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Environment

UN Ocean Conference

Explore key takeaways from the 3rd UN Ocean Conference: BBNJ Treaty, Nice Ocean Action Plan, and India’s stance on marine biodiversity protection.

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Saltwater Crocodile

Learn about the saltwater crocodile – India’s apex aquatic predator. Habitat, behaviour, IUCN status, distribution, and UPSC-ready facts.

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Red Algal Bloom

Learn about red algal blooms caused by Euglenoids in Indian water bodies—causes, impacts, pigment, and UPSC-relevant facts in a clear and concise format.

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Invasive Alien Species, Ship Ballast Water & Ballast Water Management (BWM) Convention

Understand invasive alien species, ship ballast water, and the BWM Convention with UPSC-relevant facts, global regulations, and examples from India.

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Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR)

Understand Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) methods like BECCS, DACCS, Biochar, and more. Complete UPSC notes with examples, costs & IPCC insights.

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Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Treaty/ High Seas Treaty

Understand the BBNJ Treaty—UN’s legally binding agreement for conserving marine biodiversity in high seas. Covers objectives, key provisions, India’s status, and links to UNCLOS & SDG-14. Vital for UPSC GS-3 & Environment.

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Beetle-Fungus Mutualism

Understand the mutualistic relationship between Ambrosia beetles and Fusarium fungi threatening Kerala’s rubber plantations. Covers mechanism of attack, ecological interaction, UPSC PYQ, and spot check for prelims.

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Biochar

Explore comprehensive UPSC notes on Biochar—its production methods (pyrolysis, gasification), applications in agriculture, construction, and carbon removal, challenges in adoption, and its role in climate action. Includes MCQs, PYQs, and exam-oriented insights.