While mining drives economic growth and industrial development, it simultaneously threatens ecological balance. Examine how mining activities contribute to environmental degradation and suggest sustainable strategies to minimise their adverse impacts.

How does organic farming help in carbon sequestration? Examine the steps taken by Government to promote organic farming in India.

. Groundwater depletion is a growing concern in many parts of India. Evaluate the factors contributing to this issue and discuss sustainable water management practices that can address this problem.

What are the main threats to biodiversity in India? How can the concept of biodiversity hotspots help in conserving the rich and diverse flora and fauna of the country?

Describe the key points of the revised Global Air Quality Guidelines (AQGs) recently released by the World Health Organisation (WHO). How are these different from its last update in 2005? What changes in India’s National Clean Air Programme are required to achieve revised standards?

Air pollution is a transboundary problem, it transcends rural and urban boundaries. But the issue of air pollution in rural India is rarely discussed and action plans are rigid. Analyse.

The use of plastics has led to a significant increase in pollution and the destruction of marine ecosystems. Discuss the impact of plastic pollution on the environment and suggest measures to reduce it and protect marine life.