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Development must factor in impact of climate change, says Dr Anjal Prakash: Indian Express

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Syllabus Reference: GS-III

Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.

 

The article covers the recent Glacial outbreak in Uttarakhand. It discusses what are the primary causes for it, how it can affect the infrastructure in Himalayas and what needs to be done. Can be helpful for both mains and personality test. Read without fail.

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How to tackle a glacial burst: Indian Express

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Syllabus Reference: GS-III

Disaster and disaster management.

 

Though the article is about the glacial burst, it covers the topic more from disaster perspective. It discusses how vulnerable the Himalayan system is, what the NDMA guidelines say about it and how well is India prepared for this. Read the article completely.

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Path to a just transition to lower CO2 emissions: Hindustan Times

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Syllabus Reference: GS-III

Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.

 

Article is factual in nature. With data it shows which sector has contributed to the largest carbon emission and which states need to shift from fossil fuel based jobs to more sustainable ones. Insightful article. Note the data and use in your answers.

 

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