Principal land biomes
QUES . Give a brief account of the principal land biomes and their latitudinal distribution. HINTS: Land biomes are major ecological regions characterized by distinctive climate, vegetation,…
Concept of biosphere as an ecosystem
QUES . Write in detail on the concept of biosphere as an ecosystem. HINTS: The biosphere is essentially the zone of life on our planet, where living…
Relevance of ‘watershed’, as an ecosystem
QUES . Discuss the relevance of ‘watershed’, as an ecosystem for the purpose of sustainable development. HINTS: Watersheds play a vital role in sustainable development as essential…
Importance of maximizing agricultural production without destroying the ecological basis
QUES . ‘Man must realize the importance of maximizing agricultural production without destroying the ecological basis on which our entire food production system rests.’ Explain with examples….
Indicate the major biotic regions of the world and discuss the ecological aspects of the monsoon region.
QUES . Indicate the major biotic regions of the world and discuss the ecological aspects of the monsoon region. HINTS: A biotic region or biome can be…
Ecosystem and its components
QUES . Define ecosystem and describe briefly its various components HINTS: An ecosystem is a complex, interconnected community of living organisms (biotic) and their physical environment (abiotic)…
Sequential changes in land use and land cover have brought global and regional ecological changes and imbalances
QUES . Sequential changes in land use and land cover have brought global and regional ecological changes and imbalances. Elucidate. HINTS: Land use and land cover changes…
Ecological significance of mangroves
QUES . Discuss the ecological significance of mangroves on tropical estuaries. UPSC IES/ISS EXAM 2014 General Studies . 200 Words . 5 Marks HINTS: Mangroves are the…
Pollution dome : formation and impacts
QUES . What is pollution dome ? Discuss its formation and impacts. HINTS: A pollution dome, also known as an inversion layer, is a weather phenomenon that…
High-altitude environmental hazards
QUES . What are the high-altitude environmental hazards ? Explain with suitable examples. HINTS: High altitude environments are characterized by low air pressure, low oxygen levels, extreme…