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Environment & Biodiversity

7 articles in this category — curated for Assam aspirants.

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Environment & Biodiversity (7 total)

Glaw Lake Explained: India's 101st Ramsar Site, Arunachal Pradesh's First Wetland of International Importance, and What It Means for Assam and Northeast India This article explains Glaw Lake's Ramsar designation and situates it against Assam's Deepor Beel and other Northeast India wetlands for APSC/ADRE/UPSC aspirants.
Kaziranga to Manas: A Complete Guide to Assam's Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks This guide maps Assam's eight national parks and protected wildlife sanctuaries - from Kaziranga's rhinos to Manas's tigers - explaining their conservation status, ecological role, and relevance for APSC, ADRE, and UPSC aspirants.
Rivers of Northeast India and Their Dams: A Complete Guide to the Brahmaputra and Barak River Systems, Major Hydropower Projects, and Their Regional Impact A factual overview of the major rivers of Northeast India, the key dams built or planned on them, and how these projects affect flooding, ecology, livelihoods, and regional development — with specific relevance for Assam and Northeast India exam aspirants.
India-Bhutan-Myanmar Wildlife Corridors: Tigers, Elephants & TraMCA Explained This article explains how wildlife corridors connecting India with Bhutan and Myanmar sustain tigers, elephants and rhinos across the Eastern Himalayas, and why this transboundary conservation model matters directly for Assam and Northeast India.
Brahmaputra River System Explained: Course, Tributaries & Ecological Importance This article explains the complete course of the Brahmaputra River System from its origin in Tibet to its confluence with the Bay of Bengal, covering its major tributaries, ecological significance, and relevance for Assam and Northeast India-based competitive exam aspirants.
Wetlands of India and Assam: Ramsar Sites, Legal Framework, and Conservation Challenges This article covers what wetlands are, India's Ramsar site network (now 100 sites as of June 2026), the Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules 2017, and an in-depth focus on Assam's wetlands — from Deepor Beel to the proposed Rowmari–Donduwa site — making it essential reading for APSC, ADRE, and UPSC aspirants.
National Parks of India: Enhancing Biodiversity Protection and Boosting Eco-Tourism ndia’s national parks safeguard biodiversity while promoting eco-tourism, offering nature enthusiasts a chance to experience wildlife responsibly.
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