Courseware on Environment, Agriculture, and Disaster Management

Part A Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity and Climate Change 

Section I Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity and Climate Change 

Ch 1: Introduction 
Ch 2: Ecological Factors 
Ch 3: Adaptations in Plants and Animals 
Ch 4: Population Ecology 
Ch 5: Community Ecology 
Ch 6: Ecosystem 
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam 
Ch 7: Climate Change & Its Related Issues 
Ch 8: Climatic Parameters 
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam 
Ch 9: Environmental Movements, Organisations, International Cooperation and Laws in the World 
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam 
Ch 10: Different Regulatory Body in India for Environmental Protection
Ch 11: Environmental Laws and Acts in India 
Ch 12: Environmental Movements and Environmentalist of India Questions 
Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam 
Ch 13: Environment Impact Assessment 
Ch 14: Pollution and Solid Waste Management 
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam 
Ch 15: Biomes of the World 
Ch 16: Biogeographical Zones of India 
Ch 17: Natural Vegetation of India/Forests in India 
Ch 18: Floristic Regions of India Questions 
Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam 
Ch 19: Biodiversity and Conservation 
Ch 20: Wildlife Conservation Initiative 
Ch 21: IUCN & Threatened Species Categories 
Ch 22: Species Recovery Prgramme in India 
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam 
Ch 23: Miscellaneous Topics 
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam 

Section II Important Lists 

Section III UPSC Mains Model Answers: Environment (2025-2023) 

Part B Agriculture 
Section I Agriculture: A Complete Overview 
Ch 1: Foundation of Indian Agriculture 
Ch 2: Cropping Patterns and Irrigation 
Ch 3: Agriculture and Allied Sectors 
Ch 4: Food Processing 
Ch 5: Agriculture Inputs and Technology 
Ch 6: Institutional and Market Reforms 
Ch 7: Farmer Welfare and Government Schemes 
Ch 8: Challenges and Way Forward 
Ch 9: Miscellaneous Model Topics 

Section II UPSC Mains Model Answers: Agriculture (2025-2023) 

Part C Disaster Management 

Section I Disaster Management: A Complete Overview

Ch 1: Disasters in India 
Ch 2: Institutional Framework 
Ch 3: Prevention and Mitigation 
Ch 4: Preparedness and Response 
Ch 5: Recovery, Reconstruction and Rehabilitation 
Ch 6: Capacity Development
Ch 7: International Cooperation 
Ch 8: Types of Disaster-their Causes, Vulnerability and Mitigation Measures 

Section II UPSC Mains Model Answers: Disaster Management (2025-2023) 

Section III Glossary

Overview:

In its fourth edition, Ravi P. Agrahari's bestselling book is now available for the first time as complete Courseware on Environment, Agriculture and Disaster Management. It is fully updated for UPSC Prelims and Mains. The content is organised, easy to read, and includes author-curated conceptual videos, infographics, flowcharts, diagrams, mind maps, and a full-colour eBook. Pedagogical features like Do You Know, Exam Pointer, and Quick Insights help improve understanding and exam readiness. It covers basic to advanced topics and is suitable for those without a science background. It stays up to date with new developments and includes a Future Bank QR code for ongoing learning within the book.


Key Features:

- Updated & Complete Coverage- Fully aligned with the latest UPSC syllabus for Environment, Agriculture, and Disaster Management, enriched with infographics, diagrams, flowcharts, and mind maps for swift comprehension and better retention. 
- Integrated Learning Support- Access to 100+ author-curated videos along with a full-colour eBook to simplify complex topics and reinforce conceptual clarity. 
- Holistic Teaching Approach-Special learning aids such as Do You Know, Exam Pointer, and Quick Insights sections are designed to strengthen understanding and sharpen exam focus.
- Practice-Ready Content- Includes 2 computer-based practice tests (CBT) to assess preparedness and boost exam performance. 
- Solved Prelims PYQs- Unit-wise coverage of the last 13 years’ Prelims questions, complete with detailed explanations and answer keys. 
- Solved Mains PYQs- Features author-curated model answers for Mains (2023–2025) in the book, with 2013–2022 answers available via McGraw-Hill’s Edge platform. 
- Future Bank QR Access- Ensures continuous learning through regular updates and topic-specific expert insights directly from the author.