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19May 2024

HURDLES ON PATH TO GREEN

SYLLABUS: GS 2: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Focus: The recent heatwave has reminded us of the stark risks posed by climate change and highlighted the criticality of the efforts taken by the Conference of Parties (COP). Source: Economics Times The recent heatwave has starkly reminded us of the urgent need to …

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10May 2024

“SUPREME COURT HALTS MINING LEASES IN ARAVALIS: ENVIRONMENTAL BALANCE”

Why in the news? The news highlights the Supreme Court’s decision to halt new mining leases in the Aravalli ranges to maintain environmental balance. source:ResearchGate About the Supreme Court’s Directive The Supreme Court stopped the issuance of new mining leases and renewals in the Aravalli ranges based on a Forest Survey of India (FSI) report. …

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07May 2024

“UPHOLDING CLIMATE JUSTICE: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF THE SUPREME COURT’S VERDICT”

Syllabus: GS-3-Climate change related cases and judicial intervention in this area Focus : The article critically examines the recent Supreme Court judgment extending constitutional rights to mitigate the impacts of climate change in India. It assesses the potential implications, flaws, and alternative approaches to addressing climate-related challenges, emphasizing the need for sustainable development and environmental …

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27Apr 2024

“ANALYZING INDIA’S GREEN CREDIT PROGRAMME”

Syllabus: GS-3- Environment and ecology , Regeneration of wasteland and related policies Focus : The Environment Ministry introduced the Green Credit Programme in October 2023. It is a market-based mechanism allowing individuals and companies to claim incentives, termed ‘green credits,’ for contributions to environmental and ecological restoration. Source- GoI Understanding the Green Credit Programme Some …

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18Apr 2024

CENTRE REFOCUSES GREEN CREDIT PROGRAMME ON ECOSYSTEM RESTORATION, ADDRESSING TREE PLANTING CONCERNS.

Why 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. …

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16Apr 2024

CENTRE RELEASES ‘DEEMED’ FOREST REPORTS, FOLLOWING SUPREME COURT DIRECTIVES FOR TRANSPARENCY.

Why in the news? Centre releases ‘deemed’ forest reports as per Supreme Court order, revealing incomplete data on forest areas in states. About the Supreme Court Directive: Following a Supreme Court order, the Environment Ministry releases reports from 22 states and 4 Union Territories, identifying forest areas under their jurisdiction. The directive stemmed from a …

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