Shankar ias environment 10th edition

UPSC Prelims Preliminary Pattern and Syllabus Civil Services Preliminary exam comprises of two compulsory papers of 200 marks each (General Studies Paper I and General Studies Paper II). The questions will be of multiple choice, objective type. The marks in prelims will not be counted for final ranking, but just for qualification for main exam. The Commission will draw a list of candidates to be qualified for Civil Service (Main) Examination based on the criterion of minimum qualifying marks of 33% in General Studies PaperII of Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination and total qualifying marks of General Studies Paper-I of Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination as may be determined by the Commission. UPSC Syllabus for Paper I – (200 marks) Duration: Two hours (Counted for the merit rank in the Prelims) • Current events of national and international importance. • History of India and Indian National Movement. • Indian and World Geography – Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World. • Indian Polity and Governance – Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc. • Economic and Social Development Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, etc. • General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change – that do not require subject specialization. • General Science. UPSC Syllabus for Paper II- (200 marks) Duration: Two hours (Not counted for the merit rank in Pre...

The subject of ‘Environment’ is included in the Prelims as well as the Mains of the Union Public Service Commission’s Civil Service Examination (UPSC CSE). In fact, almost 33 per cent of the questions in the General Studies paper of Prelims come from this subject alone. Therefore, it is essential that candidates are well-versed with what this subject entails. ‘Environment’, a book by the Shankar IAS Academy — a popular and sought after UPSC coaching institute in India — is a widely read and recommended book by rank holders and aspirants alike. It covers much of the paper pattern and syllabus as prescribed by UPSC. B A Rao, a retired IAS officer, wrote on Quora, “Shankar IAS environment book for CSE is a good source to be referred to. Read it to clear basic concepts. This book is more important for Prelims, as current affairs dominate in Mains.” Here are some more tips to extensively study this book with ease: 1. ‘Be selective’ Not every chapter of this book is important, Quora users said. “While skipping some content, do refer to the current affairs of some topics which are important,” wrote Rao. He suggests skipping chapters 5-9 and 20-23 of the book. 2. ‘Take notes’ After completing one round of reading the whole book, make short notes of each topic. Adding the details of current developments in particular topics will be more helpful. “Update with current affairs,” suggested Rao. 3. ‘Go through previous years’ question papers’ Give utmost importance to topics covered in ...

COMPILATION FROM SHANKAR IAS ENVIRONMENT PART-I-ENVIRONMENT ECOLOGY CONTENTS 1. ECOLOGY 2. FUNCTIONS OF AN ECOSYSTEM 3. TERRISTRIAL ECOSYSTEM 4. AQUATIC ECOSYSTEM 5. ENVIRONMENT POLLUTION 6. ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT ECOLOGY  defined "as a scientific study of the relationship of the living organisms with each other and with their environment."  The classical texts of the Vedic period such as the Vedas, the Samhitas, the Brahmanas and the Aranyakas-Upanishads contain many references to ecological concepts  The Indian treatise on medicine, the Caraka- Samhita and the surgical text Susruta-Samhita.  contain classification of animals on the basis of habit and habitat, land in terms of nature of soil, climate and vegetation; and description of plants typical to various localities.  Caraka- Samhita contains information where air, land, water and seasons were indispensable for life and that polluted air and water were injurious for health.  The environment is defined as 'the sum total of living, non-living components; influences and events, surrounding an organism.  Components of Environment 1. Abiotic – Energy, Radiation, TEMP, Water, etc. 2. Biotic- plants, animals, man, DECOMPOSER ETC.  Diesel engine exhaust fumes can cause cancer, humans" and it belong to the same potentially deadly category as asbestos, arsenic and 'mustard gases. World Health Organization (WHO)  if a marine fish is transferred to a fresh water environment, it will not be able to ...