GSI identifies geological sites for promotion of ‘geo-tourism’

India has great potential in geo-tourism. Discuss measures to tap this potential.  (150 Words)

Approach:

• Introduce by giving a brief description of geo-tourism.
• Briefly highlight the rich geological diversity of India and give some examples of national geological sites of India. Ex: Lonar Lake, St. Mary's Islands
• List the problems faced by India’s geo-tourism sites.
• Enumerate government efforts to promote geo-tourism in India. Eg. attempt to get enlisted in UNESCO Global Geoparks etc.
• Way Forward / Conclusion