Important Protected Areas of the World (Outside India)

North America Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve (United States) Established in 1980, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve is the largest national park in the United States, encompassing over 8 million acres of remote Alaskan wilderness. It comprises 9 ..

Types of Protected Areas in India

India has a vast network of protected areas spanning different biogeographic zones from high mountains to coastal regions. As of 2024, India has around 1000 protected areas covering about 5% of its total geographic area. This includes 566 wildlife sanctuaries, ..

Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 was enacted on 23 May, 1986 soon after the Bhopal Gas Tragedy which took place in 1984. The Act is considered umbrella legislation to protect and improve the environment. It empowers the Central Government to ..

Mangrove Forests

Mangrove forests are defined as woody plant communities that grow in the intertidal areas of coastal regions, typically between the high and low tide marks. Definition The word “mangrove” is derived from the Portuguese word “mangue,” which means “tree,” and ..

Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act was enacted in 1974 to prevent and control water pollution and maintain or restore the wholesomeness of water in the country. Background Growing industrialization and urbanization in India led to increased water ..

Environment GK: Abiotic Factors Examples and Types

Abiotic factors refer to non-living components of an ecosystem or environment that influence living organisms. These factors can include physical factors such as temperature, humidity, sunlight, and soil composition, as well as chemical factors like pH levels and nutrient availability. ..