Wildlife Protection Act, 1972IntroductionThe Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 is a comprehensive legislation enacted to protect wildlife, including plants and animals, and their habitats in India.It was passed by the Indian…
Environment Protection Act, 1986IntroductionThe Environment Protection Act, 1986 is a comprehensive legislation enacted in India to provide for the protection and improvement of the environment.It was passed in response to the…
Montreal Protocol, CITESMontreal ProtocolThe Montreal Protocol is a landmark international treaty adopted in 1987 to protect the ozone layer.Its full title is the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer…
Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)IntroductionThe Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is a multilateral treaty adopted at the Rio Earth Summit in 1992.It aims to promote the conservation of biodiversity, ensure its sustainable…
Rio Earth Summit 1992IntroductionThe Rio Earth Summit, officially called the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED), was held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from June 3-14, 1992.It brought together…
Stockholm Conference 1972IntroductionThe Stockholm Conference, officially known as the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment, was held in Stockholm, Sweden, from June 5-16, 1972.It was the first major…
International initiatives: Kyoto Protocol, Paris Agreement, IPCCIntroductionClimate change is a global challenge requiring international cooperation to mitigate its effects.Key initiatives include the Kyoto Protocol, the Paris Agreement, and efforts by the…
Impacts of climate change: Rising sea levels, extreme weatherIntroductionClimate change leads to a wide range of environmental, economic, and social challenges.Key impacts include rising sea levels and an increase in the frequency and intensity of extreme…
Causes of climate change: Anthropogenic and naturalIntroductionClimate change refers to long-term shifts in temperature, precipitation, and weather patterns on Earth.It is caused by both natural factors and human activities (anthropogenic causes),…
Acid rain and its impactIntroductionAcid rain refers to precipitation (rain, snow, or fog) that contains higher levels of acidic components, such as sulfuric acid and nitric acid.It is caused primarily by the emission of…