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Why in the news? NABARD unveils Climate Strategy 2030 to address India’s green financing needs; DLF pledges sustainable development initiatives. source:slideserve About NABARD’s Green Financing Strategy: NABARD unveils its ‘Climate Strategy 2030’ document on Earth Day to address India’s green financing needs. India requires $170 billion annually to achieve $2.5 trillion by 2030, but current …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 1 – Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India GS 3 – Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Why in the News? Unilateral decision to establish three wildlife sanctuaries in the Southern Nicobar. Impacts the indigenous peoples by depriving them of their ancestral territories. Jeopardizes the indigenous way of life …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Union Environment Ministry shifts focus of Green Credit Programme towards ecosystem restoration, clarifying priorities amid concerns over tree planting. source:amartus About the Green Credit Programme Norms Altered to Prioritise Ecosystem Restoration Union Environment Ministry clarifies focus of Green Credit Programme (GCP) towards ecosystem restoration over mere tree planting for financial gain. …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 3 – Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Disaster and disaster management. Why in the News? Sonam Wangchuk, Ramon Magsaysay award winner (2018) and climate activist, initiated a 21-day climate fast. Addressed a 30,000-strong crowd in Leh, Ladakh on March 6, 2024. Highlighted the fragility of the Himalayan ecosystem. Aimed to …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court expands fundamental rights to include protection against climate change effects, emphasising legal gaps in environmental legislation. About the Legal Expansion: The Supreme Court extends the scope of Articles 14 and 21 to encompass the “right against adverse effects of climate change”. Refers to Article 48A and Clause (g) …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3 : Science and Technology- Developments and their Applications. Environmental Conservation Focus: India’s solar industry stands at a pivotal moment, with the government’s new policy initiatives aiming to boost domestic manufacturing while ensuring top-notch quality. Source: Socialcops Government’s New Policy Initiatives Policy Overview: The government is introducing measures to reduce reliance on imported …
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