Population ecology: Characteristics and growth modelsPopulation ecology studies the dynamics of populations, their size, density, distribution, and interactions with the environment.A population is a group of individuals of the same species living in a…
Concept of habitat and nicheA habitat is the physical environment where an organism lives, while a niche is the functional role of an organism in its ecosystem.The habitat is defined by abiotic factors like soil, water,…
Role of NDMA in IndiaThe National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) was established in 2005 under the Disaster Management Act.It is the apex body for disaster management in India.The primary aim of NDMA is to build a…
Case studies: Bhopal Gas Tragedy, Chernobyl disasterThe Bhopal Gas Tragedy occurred on the night of December 2-3, 1984, in Bhopal, India.It was caused by the leakage of methyl isocyanate (MIC) gas from the Union Carbide India Limited (UCIL) pesticide…
Disaster management cycle: Preparedness, mitigation, response, recoveryDisaster Management Cycle consists of four key phases: Preparedness, Mitigation, Response, and Recovery.Preparedness involves planning and preparing communities to deal with disasters effectively.Key…
Types of disasters: Natural (earthquakes, floods) and man-made (industrial accidents)Natural DisastersEarthquakes: Sudden shaking of the Earth's crust due to tectonic movements.Floods: Overflow of water bodies, often caused by heavy rainfall, dam failures, or storm surges.Tsunamis:…
Challenges and limitations of EIAStructural and Procedural ChallengesLack of standardization: EIA processes vary significantly across regions, leading to inconsistencies.Delayed implementation: Bureaucratic hurdles often cause…
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)Understanding Public ParticipationPublic participation is a fundamental component of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process.It involves the engagement of stakeholders, including local…
Importance of EIA in developmental projectsUnderstanding the Role of EIAEnvironmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a vital tool for assessing the potential environmental impacts of proposed developmental projects.It ensures that environmental…
Definition and process of EIADefinition of EIAEnvironmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a systematic process to identify and evaluate the potential environmental impacts of a proposed project or development.The aim of EIA is to…