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Right against the adverse effects of climate change | UPSC

Right against the adverse effects of climate change | UPSC Introduction: The Supreme Court (SC) of India, in a landmark ruling, has declared the “right against the adverse effects of climate change” as a distinct fundamental right recognised by Articles 14 (right to equality) and 21 (right to life) in the Constitution. The Apex Court […]

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Urban Heat Island | UPSC

Urban Heat Island (UHIs): Causes, Effects and Mitigation  Urban heat islands (UHIs) are urbanised areas that experience higher temperatures relative to their surrounding areas.   Structures such as buildings, roads, and other infrastructure absorb and re-emit the sun’s heat more than natural landscapes such as forests and water bodies. Urban areas, where these structures are highly

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