Discuss the potential benefits and challenges of methanol-based economy in India. What are the key factors that need to be considered for the successful implementation of a methanol economy to address energy and environmental concerns in the country?

How has India's approach to environmental governance evolved since the Stockholm Conference 1972? Also highlight their impacts on biodiversity conservation.

India's coastal ecosystems face multiple threats from climate change and development pressures. Examine the effectiveness of Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms in protecting these vulnerable ecosystems..

: As per the recent Lancet Study, one out of every eight deaths in India is attributable to air pollution. Examine the causes, and the environmental and health impacts, of rising air pollution in India.

Despite multiple policy initiatives, air pollution remains a persistent problem in India. Identify the key implementation gaps and suggest measures to improve air quality management.

Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) is often described as a "bridge technology" in the global transition to net-zero. Examine its potential and challenges in the Indian context.

Discuss the strategic, environmental, and international implications of a nation's nuclear programme, considering its impact on global security and diplomacy.