India views La Nina favourably but dreads the arrival of El Nino. Discuss the reasons behind these differing perspectives.
Kartavya Desk Staff
Topic: Important Geophysical Phenomena
Topic: Important Geophysical Phenomena
Q1. India views La Nina favourably but dreads the arrival of El Nino. Discuss the reasons behind these differing perspectives. 10M
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Deccan herald
Why the question: Ebbing El Nino effect and projected normal monsoon are likely to boost agriculture sector growth to 3.7 per cent in the current financial year from a sluggish 1.4 per cent expansion recorded in the previous year, Key Demand of the question: To discuss the reasons behind India’s differing perspectives on La Niña and El Niño, focusing on their respective impacts on the Indian climate, agriculture, and economy. Structure of the Answer: Introduction: Introduce La Niña and El Niño as climatic phenomena associated with the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) cycle. Briefly mention their general impacts on global weather patterns. Body: Firstly, explain the reasons behind the positive reception of La Nina in India, including specific examples of its beneficial impacts. Secondly, discuss why El Nino causes concern in India, highlighting the negative effects it can have, supported by examples and recent events. Conclusion: In conclusion emphasize on the importance of understanding these climatic phenomena for better preparedness and mitigation strategies to protect India’s agriculture, water resources, and economy from their impacts.
Why the question:
Ebbing El Nino effect and projected normal monsoon are likely to boost agriculture sector growth to 3.7 per cent in the current financial year from a sluggish 1.4 per cent expansion recorded in the previous year, Key Demand of the question:
To discuss the reasons behind India’s differing perspectives on La Niña and El Niño, focusing on their respective impacts on the Indian climate, agriculture, and economy.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Introduce La Niña and El Niño as climatic phenomena associated with the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) cycle. Briefly mention their general impacts on global weather patterns.
• Firstly, explain the reasons behind the positive reception of La Nina in India, including specific examples of its beneficial impacts.
• Secondly, discuss why El Nino causes concern in India, highlighting the negative effects it can have, supported by examples and recent events.
Conclusion:
In conclusion emphasize on the importance of understanding these climatic phenomena for better preparedness and mitigation strategies to protect India’s agriculture, water resources, and economy from their impacts.