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.