What are the primary factors contributing to the escalation in severe cyclonic storm occurrences in India, and how can effective mitigation and adaptation strategies be implemented to address this growing challenge? Discuss.
Kartavya Desk Staff
Topic: Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc;
Topic: Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc;
1. What are the primary factors contributing to the escalation in severe cyclonic storm occurrences in India, and how can effective mitigation and adaptation strategies be implemented to address this growing challenge? Discuss. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Live Mint , Insights on India
Why the question: A “sudden” storm wreaked havoc in parts of Jalpaiguri district in northern West Bengal on Sunday, claiming four lives. Over 100 others have reportedly been injured in the storm. Key Demand of the question: To mention about causes behind severe cyclonic storms and measures needed to mitigate and adapt to it. Directive word: Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments. Structure of the answer: Introduction: Start by giving context. Body: In the first part of the body, start by mentioning the various causes of severe cyclonic storm – climate change, ocean warming, changes in atmospheric circulation patterns, urbanization, deforestation, poor infrastructure, and natural climate variability etc. Next, mention ways to mitigate and adapt – reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing coastal resilience through better infrastructure and land use planning, restoring natural barriers like mangroves and wetlands, improving disaster preparedness and response mechanisms, Conclusion: Write a way forward.
Why the question:
A “sudden” storm wreaked havoc in parts of Jalpaiguri district in northern West Bengal on Sunday, claiming four lives. Over 100 others have reportedly been injured in the storm.
Key Demand of the question:
To mention about causes behind severe cyclonic storms and measures needed to mitigate and adapt to it.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by giving context.
In the first part of the body, start by mentioning the various causes of severe cyclonic storm – climate change, ocean warming, changes in atmospheric circulation patterns, urbanization, deforestation, poor infrastructure, and natural climate variability etc.
Next, mention ways to mitigate and adapt – reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing coastal resilience through better infrastructure and land use planning, restoring natural barriers like mangroves and wetlands, improving disaster preparedness and response mechanisms,
Conclusion:
Write a way forward.