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Nicobarese Tribal Councils Debate Proposed Electoral Reforms Why in the News ? The administration of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands has proposed draft rules introducing elections for Nicobarese Tribal Councils. The move has sparked debate among tribal leaders, who fear it could alter traditional governance systems and affect community autonomy. Proposed Electoral Reforms for Nicobarese …
Read MoreGREAT NICOBAR TASK: PURSUING NATIONAL SECURITY WITH ECOLOGICAL RESPONSIBILITY Why in the news? The Government of India is advancing the ₹72,000+ crore Great Nicobar Island Development Project, including a transshipment port, airport, power plant, and township. The project is located near the Malacca Strait and Six Degree Channel, critical global maritime chokepoints, enhancing India’s Indo-Pacific …
Read MoreNew Species Discoveries Spotlight Great Nicobar Biodiversity Richness Why in the News ? Recent discoveries of a new wolf snake species and a potentially new bird species from the Great Nicobar Island project site have renewed scientific concerns about the island’s ecological sensitivity, restricted-range species, and rapidly increasing biodiversity findings since 2021. Latest Species Discoveries …
Read MoreCentre Defends Great Nicobar Mega Project Before NGT Why in the News? The Union government defended the Great Nicobar Island mega-infrastructure project before the National Green Tribunal (NGT), asserting that it is fully aware of the project’s biodiversity impacts and has mandated long-term conservation and monitoring programmes to mitigate ecological and tribal concerns. This defense …
Read MoreGREAT NICOBAR REVIVES THE ISSUE OF NATURE’S LEGAL RIGHTS Why in the news? Several legal precedents exist worldwide that emphasize the protection of territories and natural resources. Ecologically, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are among the world’s richest biodiversity hotspots, serving as a global carbon sink and climate regulator. However, the development approach to these …
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