Environmental Ecology, Bio diversity, Climate Change & Disaster Management (2025-26)
3rd Edition
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Overview:The 3rd edition of "Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity, Climate Change and Disaster Management" by Ravi P. Agrahari has undergone thorough updating to include essential topics in line with the recent trends of questions in UPSC Preliminary …
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Part A Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity and Climate Change
Section I Environmental Studies, Biodiversity, Climate Change
Unit I: Basics of Ecology & its Related Concepts (6 Chapters)
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
Unit II: Climate Change & Climate Parameters 2 Chapters)
Ch 7: Climate Change & Its Related Issues
Ch 8: Climatic Parameters
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam
Unit III: International Conference & Summits (1 Chapter)
Ch 9: Environmental Movements, Organizations, International Cooperation and Laws in the World
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam
Unit IV: Different Regulatory Bodies, Laws & Acts in India (3 Chapters)
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
Unit V: Environmental Impact Assessment (1 Chapter)
Ch 13: Environment Impact Assessment
Unit VI: Pollution & Solid Waste Management (1 Chapter)
Ch 14: Pollution and Solid Waste Management
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam
Unit VII: Biomes, Natural Vegetation & Floristic Regions in India (4 Chapters)
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
Unit VIII: Biodiversity, Wildlife Conservation & Species Recovery Programme in India ( 4 Chapters )
Ch 19: Biodiversity and Conservation
Ch 20: Wildlife Conservation Initiative
Ch 21: IUCN & Threatened Species Categories
Ch 22: Species Recovery Programme in India
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam
Unit IX: Miscellaneous Topics (1 Chapter)
Ch 23: Miscellaneous Topics
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam
Section II Important Lists
Section III Objective Questions for Practice
Section IV UPSC Mains Answers: 2022 - 2013
Section V Practice Question Paper for Mains Examination
Section VI Previous Year Questions from Indian Engineering Services (IES) Examination (2022–2010)
Part B 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 Disaster Management: Mains Answer (2022-2013)
Section III Practice Question Paper for Mains Exam
Section IV Glossary
Section I Environmental Studies, Biodiversity, Climate Change
Unit I: Basics of Ecology & its Related Concepts (6 Chapters)
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
Unit II: Climate Change & Climate Parameters 2 Chapters)
Ch 7: Climate Change & Its Related Issues
Ch 8: Climatic Parameters
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam
Unit III: International Conference & Summits (1 Chapter)
Ch 9: Environmental Movements, Organizations, International Cooperation and Laws in the World
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam
Unit IV: Different Regulatory Bodies, Laws & Acts in India (3 Chapters)
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
Unit V: Environmental Impact Assessment (1 Chapter)
Ch 13: Environment Impact Assessment
Unit VI: Pollution & Solid Waste Management (1 Chapter)
Ch 14: Pollution and Solid Waste Management
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam
Unit VII: Biomes, Natural Vegetation & Floristic Regions in India (4 Chapters)
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
Unit VIII: Biodiversity, Wildlife Conservation & Species Recovery Programme in India ( 4 Chapters )
Ch 19: Biodiversity and Conservation
Ch 20: Wildlife Conservation Initiative
Ch 21: IUCN & Threatened Species Categories
Ch 22: Species Recovery Programme in India
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam
Unit IX: Miscellaneous Topics (1 Chapter)
Ch 23: Miscellaneous Topics
Questions Asked in UPSC Prelims Exam
Section II Important Lists
Section III Objective Questions for Practice
Section IV UPSC Mains Answers: 2022 - 2013
Section V Practice Question Paper for Mains Examination
Section VI Previous Year Questions from Indian Engineering Services (IES) Examination (2022–2010)
Part B 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 Disaster Management: Mains Answer (2022-2013)
Section III Practice Question Paper for Mains Exam
Section IV Glossary
Overview:
The 3rd edition of "Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity, Climate Change and Disaster Management" by Ravi P. Agrahari has undergone thorough updating to include essential topics in line with the recent trends of questions in UPSC Preliminary and Main examinations. The book employs an easy-to-understand language, accompanied by various mind maps, figures, and flow charts, which aid aspirants in grasping and retaining concepts more effectively.
Covering a wide range of subjects, the book provides comprehensive coverage of Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity, and Climate Change, spanning from basic to advanced levels. As a result, it is a "must-have" for all aspirants preparing for UPSC, IES, IFoS and other State Competitive Examinations
Key Features:
1. Includes important topics such as Greenwashing, Climate Action Tracker, Miyawaki method and many more to align with the recent examination trend
2. Covers in detail important statutes such as the statutory body established under the Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas Act, 2021, SUP ban under the Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2021, etc.
3. Includes 2013-2024 Prelims Questions segregated Unitwise
4. Includes 2013-2024 Mains Questions with Explanations on Environment and Disaster Management
5. Dedicated section on PYQs from UPSC and other competitive examinations
6. Updated with General issues and Current events of national and international importance on relevant topics upon a thorough analysis of UPSC examinations pattern
7. Includes Lists on Wildlife, Biosphere Reserves, Sanctuaries, Heritage sites, Extinct, Endangered Species and other relevant Lists from related statutes like Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
The 3rd edition of "Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity, Climate Change and Disaster Management" by Ravi P. Agrahari has undergone thorough updating to include essential topics in line with the recent trends of questions in UPSC Preliminary and Main examinations. The book employs an easy-to-understand language, accompanied by various mind maps, figures, and flow charts, which aid aspirants in grasping and retaining concepts more effectively.
Covering a wide range of subjects, the book provides comprehensive coverage of Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity, and Climate Change, spanning from basic to advanced levels. As a result, it is a "must-have" for all aspirants preparing for UPSC, IES, IFoS and other State Competitive Examinations
Key Features:
1. Includes important topics such as Greenwashing, Climate Action Tracker, Miyawaki method and many more to align with the recent examination trend
2. Covers in detail important statutes such as the statutory body established under the Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas Act, 2021, SUP ban under the Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2021, etc.
3. Includes 2013-2024 Prelims Questions segregated Unitwise
4. Includes 2013-2024 Mains Questions with Explanations on Environment and Disaster Management
5. Dedicated section on PYQs from UPSC and other competitive examinations
6. Updated with General issues and Current events of national and international importance on relevant topics upon a thorough analysis of UPSC examinations pattern
7. Includes Lists on Wildlife, Biosphere Reserves, Sanctuaries, Heritage sites, Extinct, Endangered Species and other relevant Lists from related statutes like Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972