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The Environment & Ecology category provides comprehensive, exam-focused content covering key environmental concepts, ecological principles, biodiversity, conservation efforts, climate change, and sustainability. Designed for aspirants of UPSC, State PCS, SSC, Banking, Defence, Teaching Exams, and other competitive tests, this section simplifies complex topics to help you build strong conceptual clarity.

From environmental policies, conventions, and acts to ecosystems, pollution, wildlife conservation, and climate-related developments—every topic is curated to match the latest exam trends. You also get MCQs, PYQs, summaries, and revision notes aligned with prelims and mains requirements.

What You’ll Find Here

  • Environment & Ecology notes for all competitive exams

  • Biodiversity, climate change & ecosystem concepts explained

  • National & international environmental policies, acts & conventions

  • MCQs, quizzes & previous year questions

  • Environment current affairs and reports

  • Exam-oriented summaries for quick revision

Master key environmental topics with clear, structured, and high-quality content designed to boost your score and strengthen overall exam preparation.

Aug 24, 2026 5 min

India’s First Soil Texture Map Developed by NBSS&LUP

NBSS&LUP develops India’s first soil texture map with hectare-level data using field studies, satellite imagery, remote sensing and AI.
Aug 22, 2026 2 min

Biochemical Oxygen Demand

What is Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD)? Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) is the amount of dissolved oxygen required by microorganisms to biologically decompose...
Aug 22, 2026 1 min

Chemical Oxygen Demand

Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) is the amount of oxygen required to chemically oxidise organic and oxidisable inorganic substances present in a water...
Aug 20, 2026 3 min

BRICS Opposes EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism

The BRICS Environment Ministers adopted a Joint Ministerial Statement on 18 August 2026 in New Delhi, opposing unilateral carbon-related trade measures such...
Aug 12, 2026 3 min

Colletes bhutanicus: Rare Himalayan Bee Recorded in India for the First Time

Colletes bhutanicus, a rare solitary Himalayan bee, was recorded in India for the first time in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh.
Aug 11, 2026 3 min

Pteris madhusoodananii

Pteris madhusoodananii is a new fern species endemic to Kolli Hills in Tamil Nadu and preliminarily assessed as Critically Endangered.
Aug 04, 2026 3 min

Glaw Lake Becomes India’s 101st Ramsar Site

Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh has become India's 101st Ramsar Site and the state's first wetland of international importance. Learn its significance...
Jul 27, 2026 3 min

Malvi Camel: Features, Habitat, Conservation

Learn about the endangered Malvi camel, its unique features, distribution, conservation efforts, and importance for competitive exams.
Jul 22, 2026 14 min

Biosphere Reserves of India: Complete List, UNESCO Status & Key Facts

Complete list of 18 Biosphere Reserves of India with states, years, UNESCO status, geography, rivers, national parks, wildlife, flora and conservation programmes.
Jul 22, 2026 3 min

Segur Plateau Elephant Corridor

Segur Plateau Elephant Corridor connects Western and Eastern Ghats. Know its location, Mudumalai link, Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and ecological importance
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