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Inland Wetlands of India

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 568 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Wetland conservation
ISBN : UOM:39015076860355

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Inland Wetlands of India

Author : V S Vijayan,Prasad, S Narendra,Vijayan, Lalitha
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Wetlands
ISBN : OCLC:769630868

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The Wetlands of India

Author : Krishna Mazumdar
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Wetlands
ISBN : 1536120413

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Wetlands are the vital link between land and water. They support unique flora and fauna as well as provide ecological services that are beneficial to society Wetlands are among the most important and productive ecosystems on Earth. India is blessed with water resources and has a rich diversity of inland and coastal wetlands. Wetlands in India are distributed from the cold arid Trans-Himalayan zone to the wet Teri region of the Himalayan foothills, to the Gangetic plains extended to the flood-plains of Brahmaputra, and to the swamps of Northeastern India including the saline expanses of Gujarat and Rajasthan. This study is about three major natural wetlands of Eastern India: Sundarbans, Chilika and Kolleru. The Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest in the world. It covers an area of about 1 m. ha. Sixty percent of this wetland is located in Bangladesh and the rest of the forty percent is in India. The Indian part of the Sundarbans is situated in the western part of the GangesBrahmaputra delta, and is extended from the Hooghly River in the west to the Raimangal River in the southeastern portion of the West Bengal State, spreading over two districts: North 24 Parganas and South 24 Parganas. The Chilika is the worlds second largest brackish water lagoon, and it is situated along the east coast of India in the state of Orissa on the Bay of Bengal with an area of 116,500 ha. The Chilika is extended over eight blocks of three districts; these districts are known as Ganjam, Khurda and Puri. This pear-shaped lake is about 64.5 km. long; its width varies from 18 km to 5 km. The water spread area of the lake varies from 906 sq.km to 1165 sq. km. depending upon the seasons. The Kolleru Lake is extended over the Krishna and West Godavari districts along the east coast of India in the state of Andra Pradesh. Kolleru is a large natural freshwater lake, with the catchment area being 4763 sq. km. Although the lake is about 35 km. inland from the present coast, it used to be a coastal lagoon in the past. Kolleru still maintains its connection with the Bay of Bengal through a 60 km long tidal channel called Upputeru. The average depth of the lake varies from 0.5 m. to 2.0m. This study offers a new sampling design; blocks in and around the specific wetland were stratified into three clusters, according to their distance from the specified wetland. Samples were chosen mostly from the blocks closest to the wetland, with minimal samples chosen from the blocks most distant from the wetland. Four different schedules were canvassed to four different groups of people: householders, entrepreneurs, tourists, and experts on wetlands. A new approach has been introduced for valuing the wetlands. This approach attempts to combine valuation of a wetland to the aforementioned groups of people. It also attempts to incorporate the valuation of the wetlands when used for other purposes.

Climate Change and India

Author : P. R. Shukla
Publisher : Universities Press
Page : 526 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Science
ISBN : 8173714711

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Contributed articles on climate change.

Handbook of Research on Monitoring and Evaluating the Ecological Health of Wetlands

Author : Rathoure, Ashok K.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2022-02-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781799895008

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Handbook of Research on Monitoring and Evaluating the Ecological Health of Wetlands by Rathoure, Ashok K. Pdf

Wetlands are among the world’s most productive environments with countless species of plants and animals, as well as humans, dependent upon them for survival. Moreover, they provide many societal benefits including water quality improvement, flood storage, shoreline erosion control, and opportunities for recreation, education, and research. The conservation of inland wetlands is thus critical, and it is vital that they are protected in situ. The Handbook of Research on Monitoring and Evaluating the Ecological Health of Wetlands highlights the challenges of wetland conservation and current scenarios of existing wetlands and their effective management. The book also promotes the inventory, assessment, and monitoring of wetlands through a discussion of practical approaches, methodologies, and techniques. The strategies covered in this book can be applied in situ, depending on the wetland in which they will be applied. It covers the most cost-effective techniques in conservation of wetland technologies and the most cutting-edge research on monitoring of wetland health and its applications. Covering topics such as forest soil, greenhouse gasses, and ecological rejuvenation, it is an ideal resource for conservators, environmentalists, executives, policymakers, government officials, professionals, researchers, academicians, and students working in ecological management and wetland conservation fields.

Faunal Heritage of Rajasthan, India

Author : B.K. Sharma,Seema Kulshreshtha,Asad R Rahmani
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 542 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-14
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9783319013459

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Faunal Heritage of Rajasthan, India by B.K. Sharma,Seema Kulshreshtha,Asad R Rahmani Pdf

This is the first ever monumental and scientific documentation of the faunal wealth of the Indian Desert state of Rajasthan. This volume, the second of two, provides a comprehensive picture of the conservation efforts undertaken to prevent further degradation of the condition of Rajasthan’s faunal wealth. A scholarly contribution to the field of knowledge, it provides novel and vital information on wildlife preservation initiatives in India’s largest state. Broadly falling under the Indo-Malaya Ecozone, the three major biomes of Rajasthan include deserts and xeric shrublands, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests. The corresponding ecoregions to the above biomes are, respectively, the Thar Desert and northwestern thorn scrub forests, the Khathiar-Gir dry deciduous forests, and the Upper Gangetic Plains moist deciduous forests. Contrary to popular belief, the well-known Thar or Great Indian Desert occupies only a part of the state. Rajasthan is diagonally divided by the Aravalli mountain ranges into arid and semi-arid regions. The latter have a spectacular variety of highly diversified and unique yet fragile ecosystems comprising lush green fields, marshes, grasslands, rocky patches and hilly terrains, dense forests, the southern plateau, fresh water wetlands, and salt lakes. Apart from the floral richness, there is faunal abundance from fishes to mammals. In this volume, the various flagship and threatened species are described in the 20 chapters penned by top notch wildlife experts and academics. The world famous heronry, tiger reserves, wildlife sanctuaries and some threat-ridden biodiversity-rich areas shall certainly draw the attention of readers from around the world.

Wetland Science

Author : B. Anjan Kumar Prusty,Rachna Chandra,P. A. Azeez
Publisher : Springer
Page : 587 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2017-04-21
Category : Law
ISBN : 9788132237150

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Wetland Science by B. Anjan Kumar Prusty,Rachna Chandra,P. A. Azeez Pdf

This book is an attempt to acknowledge the discipline ‘wetland science’ and to consolidate research findings, reviews and synthesis articles on different aspects of the wetlands in South Asia. The book presents 30 chapters by an international mix of experts in the field, who highlight and discuss diverse issues concerning wetlands in South Asia as case studies. The chapters are divided into different themes that represent broad issues of concern in a systematic manner keeping in mind students, researchers and general readers at large. The book introduces readers to the basics and theory of wetland science, supplemented by case studies and examples from the region. It also offers a valuable resource for graduate students and researchers in allied fields such as environmental studies, limnology, wildlife biology, aquatic biology, marine biology, and landscape ecology. To date the interdisciplinary field ‘wetland science’ is still rarely treated as a distinct discipline in its own right. Further, courses on wetland science aren’t taught at any of the world’s most prestigious universities; instead, the topics falling under this discipline are generally handled under the disciplines ‘ecology’ or under the extremely broad heading of ‘environmental studies’. It is high time that ‘Wetland Science’ be acknowledged as an interdisciplinary sub-discipline, which calls for an attempt to consolidate its various subtopics and present them comprehensively. Thus, this book also serves as a reference base on wetlands and facilitates further discussions on specific issues involved in safeguarding a sustainable future for the wetland habitats of this region.

Wetlands Ecology

Author : Susanta Kumar Chakraborty,Poulomi Sanyal,Ratnadeep Ray
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 736 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2023-03-11
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783031092534

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Wetlands Ecology by Susanta Kumar Chakraborty,Poulomi Sanyal,Ratnadeep Ray Pdf

This book discusses current knowledge and challenges with the ecological management and conservation of wetlands, with a focus on the East Kolkata Wetlands of India. This area is referred to as a Ramsar Site, a designation given to areas with special protection statuses, since it is the largest natural waste recycling system in the world. The site faces many threats to its biodiversity and ecosystem functioning due to anthropogenic activity in the region, and therefore an assessment of the ecosystem services, bio-ecological uniqueness, and issues stemming from climate change and human impacts is needed to develop protection strategies for the future ecological functioning and sustainability of the wetlands. The authors use GIS and remote sensing techniques to assess and monitor harmful industrial and environmental impacts on the wetlands, and to inform mitigation and conservation strategies in the face of ongoing threats such as pollution, habitat destruction and bioinvasion. The book also highlights various social and economic aspects tied to the functioning and management of the wetlands, along with ecological, biological, and physio-chemical considerations. The study will be of use to students and researchers in aquatic ecology, biodiversity, and environmental sustainability and conservation, as well as to environmental planners, engineers, and policymakers.

General Studies Vol.7 Environment & Ecology (2023-24 State PSC (Pre))

Author : YCT Expert Team
Publisher : YOUTH COMPETITION TIMES
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2024-07-02
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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2023-24 State PSC (Pre) General Studies Vol.7 Environment & Ecology Solved Papers

2024-25 UPSC IAS General Studies Environment & Ecology Solved Papers

Author : YCT Expert Team
Publisher : YOUTH COMPETITION TIMES
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2024-07-02
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Biodiversity, Birds and Wetlands

Author : Hiren B. Soni, Ph.D.
Publisher : Hiren B. Soni, Ph.D.
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2024-07-02
Category : Nature
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Biodiversity, Birds and Wetlands by Hiren B. Soni, Ph.D. Pdf

The book “Biodiversity, Birds and Wetlands” focuses on biodiversity as a burgeoning spectrum of life. It highlights need of biodiversity conservation, causes and concerns, exploitation of biodiversity, habitat destruction, interaction of man and technology with biodiversity, policy framework for biodiversity conservation, and wilderness and forests. Moreover, it summarizes a review on birds with special emphasis on geographical and ecological distribution of avifauna of north-western India, birds in ancient times with myths and motifs, an integral association of trees and birds, birds migration, magnetic orientation of birds, and mythological beliefs about birds. The present book also covers exhaustive information on wetlands for tourism, important wetlands of national importance, wise use of wetlands, characteristics of wetlands, prime importance of wetlands as enduring habitats, and threats to viable wetlands. It also emphasize significant wetlands as abode for avifauna, wetlands as bird habitats, significant factors for survival of wetland birds, importance of wetlands for birds’ population, influence of wetlands on waterfowl population, wetland loss and decline of bird diversity, threats to avian habitats, and conservation and management strategies for potential avian ecosystems and legal policy framework for sustainability of waterbirds.

Restoration of Wetland Ecosystem: A Trajectory Towards a Sustainable Environment

Author : Atul Kumar Upadhyay,Ranjan Singh,D. P. Singh
Publisher : Springer
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2019-06-29
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811376658

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Restoration of Wetland Ecosystem: A Trajectory Towards a Sustainable Environment by Atul Kumar Upadhyay,Ranjan Singh,D. P. Singh Pdf

​The risks and consequences of environmental change are increasing, leading to massive losses in terms of ecosystems and having a huge impact on human populations. As such, global thinkers, environmentalists, scientists and policy makers are focusing on finding solutions and ways to sustain life on Earth. Anthropogenic impacts on the climate system can only be mitigated by the restoration of existing natural resources and the sustainable development of the environment and society. This book discusses the potential of green technology in waste management, wetland restoration, presenting the latest developments in the field of bioenergy, green ecology, bioremediation and microbial management. Wetlands are one of Earth’s most important ecosystems, and they provide valuable services to human societies, such as minimizing the impacts of floods, acting as a carbon sink, and offering water purification as well as recreational opportunities. Wetlands may be natural or constructed, and the effectiveness of wetland services largely depends on the diversity of macrophytes affecting the algal production, plant biomass and nutrient status of the system. In addition, they are one of the richest microbial ecosystems on earth: the rhizosphere, soil and water interface enhances wetland services with implications ranging from phytoremediation to microbial bioprospection. However, in order to function properly, they need to be effectively redesigned, reengineered, protected and maintained. The book addresses the dynamic relation between three global concerns: environmental pollution, resource exploitation and sustainability. It describes the utilization of resources like wastes (municipal, industrial, agricultural, mine drainage, tannery, solid, and e waste), plants, algae and microbes for production of renewable biofuel, biofertilizers and other value added products to achieve the goal of sustainable development. The book also discusses the current and future trends in employing wetlands in improving water quality. In addition it presents the latest international research in the fields of wetland science, waste management, carbon sequestration and bioremediation. Highlighting a broad spectrum of topics and strategies for achieving a sustainable environment, the book offers researchers, students and academics insights into utilizing resources in a sustainable way.

2024-25 IAS All States PSC General Studies Indian & World Geography Solved Papers

Author : YCT Expert Team
Publisher : YOUTH COMPETITION TIMES
Page : 402 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2024-07-02
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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2024-25 IAS All States PSC General Studies Indian & World Geography Solved Papers by YCT Expert Team Pdf

2024-25 IAS All States PSC General Studies Indian & World Geography Solved Papers 400 695 E. This book contains 380 sets solved papers and 4476 objective questions.

Conservation of Thol Lake Bird Sanctuary (Ramsar Site) and Bhaskarpura Wetland

Author : Prof. Dr. Nirmal Kumar, J.I.,Dr. Yamini Srivastava,Dr. Rita N. Kumar,Dr. Hiren B. Soni
Publisher : Google Book Publishers
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2024-07-02
Category : Nature
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Conservation of Thol Lake Bird Sanctuary (Ramsar Site) and Bhaskarpura Wetland by Prof. Dr. Nirmal Kumar, J.I.,Dr. Yamini Srivastava,Dr. Rita N. Kumar,Dr. Hiren B. Soni Pdf

A Ramsar Site is a wetland site, designated to be of international importance. These wetlands are protected under strict guidelines of the Ramsar Convention on wetlands. It provides national action and international cooperation regarding the conservation of wetlands, and wise sustainable use of their resources. The mission of the Ramsar Convention is “Conservation and wise use of all wetlands through local and national actions and international cooperation, as a contribution towards achieving sustainable development throughout the world”. The Ramsar Convention, signed in 1971 in Ramsar, Iran, is the only global treaty that focuses specifically on wetlands. The Ramsar Convention is an international treaty for the conservation and sustainable utilization of wetlands, recognizing the fundamental ecological functions of wetlands and their economic, cultural, scientific, and recreational value. Today 170 nations are signatories to the Ramsar Convention. Ramsar identifies wetlands of international importance, especially those providing waterfowl habitat. Ramsar Sites in India are declared under the Ramsar Convention, which was established by UNESCO in 1971. A site is declared as a Ramsar Wetland Site in India, if it meets any one of the nine criteria set under the Convention of Wetland. India's tally of 49 designated wetlands spread over 10,936 sq km in 18 states and two Union Territories is the largest network of Ramsar Sites in South Asia. Till 2022, the number stood at 37, then 12 sites were added to the list including Thol Lake Bird Sanctuary and Wadhwana Bird Sanctuary in Gujarat. The book Conservation of Thol Lake Bird Sanctuary (Ramsar Site) and Bhaskarpura Wetland focuses on environmental, ecological, and biological studies of two major wetlands of Gujarat viz. Thol Lake Bird Sanctuary and Bhaskarpura Wetland, covering abiotic and biotic components, eutrophication, hydrochemistry, geochemistry, phytoplankton, zooplankton, and waterbirds. The book highlights an in-depth study of surface water and bottom sediment quality, diversity, density, abundance, commonness, rarity of plankton including qualitative and quantitative characters, diversity indices, population dynamics of waterbirds, and correlation between abiotic and biotic components. The book would unquestionably be the need of an hour for wetland managers, wetland conservationists, and policy makers or decision authorities to prevent the unrestrained exploitation of wetland biodiversity, destruction of potential wetland habitats, and uncontrolled interactions of man and technology with lentic ecosystems of the world.

Agrochemicals—Advances in Research and Application: 2012 Edition

Author : Anonim
Publisher : ScholarlyEditions
Page : 1156 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781464990977

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Agrochemicals—Advances in Research and Application: 2012 Edition by Anonim Pdf

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