Sundarbans, are one of the most biologically diverse areas in the world. Its resource richness is unparalleled, making it an invaluable ecological asset. Discuss the resource richness and major issues faced by the Sundarbans.

Topic: Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian sub-continent);

Topic: Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian sub-continent);

2. Sundarbans, are one of the most biologically diverse areas in the world. Its resource richness is unparalleled, making it an invaluable ecological asset. Discuss the resource richness and major issues faced by the Sundarbans. (250 words)

Difficulty level: Moderate

Reference: Down to Earth , Insights on India.

Why the question: The article explains that for most of the world, the Sundarbans evoke a sense of awe for their flora and fauna. Key Demand of the question: To write about the resource richness of Sundarbans and issues it faces. Directive word: Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications. Structure of the answer: Introduction: Start by giving context about Sundarbans. Body: First, write about the resource richness of Sundarbans – Bay of Bengal delta, boasts unparalleled biodiversity and invaluable resources, mangrove forests, diverse flora and fauna, serve as a crucial habitat for endangered species like the Bengal tiger and saltwater crocodile, supports thriving fisheries, sustains local livelihoods, and attracts tourists with its scenic beauty etc. Next, explain the concerns in the region – Climate change, deforestation, pollution, poaching, and human-wildlife conflicts are pressing issues. Next, discuss the efforts that are needed to be taken in this direction. Conclusion: Conclude with way forward.

Why the question:

The article explains that for most of the world, the Sundarbans evoke a sense of awe for their flora and fauna.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about the resource richness of Sundarbans and issues it faces.

Directive word:

Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction:

Start by giving context about Sundarbans.

First, write about the resource richness of Sundarbans – Bay of Bengal delta, boasts unparalleled biodiversity and invaluable resources, mangrove forests, diverse flora and fauna, serve as a crucial habitat for endangered species like the Bengal tiger and saltwater crocodile, supports thriving fisheries, sustains local livelihoods, and attracts tourists with its scenic beauty etc.

Next, explain the concerns in the region – Climate change, deforestation, pollution, poaching, and human-wildlife conflicts are pressing issues.

Next, discuss the efforts that are needed to be taken in this direction.

Conclusion:

Conclude with way forward.