Environment & Ecology Quick Book | 4th Edition | IAS, PCS, CAPF, CDS & Other Competitive Examinations

Comprehensive Quick Book on Environment & Ecology for IAS, PCS, CAPF, CDS and other competitive examinations
Covers Ecology, Ecosystems, Ecological Organization, Food Chains, Food Webs, Energy Flow and Biogeochemical Cycles
Includes Terrestrial Ecosystems such as forests, grasslands, deserts, tundra and mountain ecosystems
Covers Aquatic Ecosystems, wetlands, estuaries, mangroves and coral reefs
Dedicated coverage of Biodiversity, biodiversity hotspots, species classification and threats to biodiversity
Includes Biodiversity in India, conservation strategies, protected areas, wildlife laws and major conservation institutions
Covers major International Biodiversity Conservation Efforts, including CBD, COPs, IUCN, Bonn Convention and other global initiatives
Detailed coverage of Environmental Pollution, including air, water, marine, plastic, radioactive, soil, noise, thermal, solid waste, e-waste and hazardous waste pollution
Includes Soil Erosion, Land Degradation, Desertification and Forest Conservation
Covers Climate Change, Global Warming, Greenhouse Effect, Ozone Layer Depletion and mitigation strategies
Dedicated chapter on India & Climate Change, including national policies and action plans
Covers Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Social Impact Assessment (SIA)
Includes major Global Climate Mitigation Efforts, UNFCCC, Kyoto Protocol, Paris Agreement and COP conferences
Covers Sustainable Development, SDGs, sustainable agriculture, water management, transport, habitat and green economy
Includes Renewable and Non-Renewable Sources of Energy, electric mobility and alternative energy technologies
Appendices include Biosphere Reserves, National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries, Tiger Reserves, Ramsar Sites, environmental movements, international conventions, reports, indices and IUCN status of Indian species

About this Book

Environment & Ecology Quick Book – 4th Edition by Drishti Publications is a structured study resource designed for aspirants preparing for IAS, PCS, CAPF, CDS and other competitive examinations.

The book is organised into major units covering Ecology & Ecosystems, Biodiversity & Conservation, Global Environmental Issues, Sustainable Development and Sources of Energy.

It combines conceptual coverage of ecology with contemporary environmental issues such as pollution, biodiversity loss, climate change, land degradation, forest conservation, EIA, global environmental agreements and sustainable development. The book also includes India-specific conservation laws, programmes, institutions and extensive appendices for quick revision.