Overview
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Context
National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed Uttar Pradesh government not to permit any sand mining before completion of replenishment studies for riverbed sand.
Background
Analysis
Understanding Geology and usage of sand
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Minor Minerals
Major Minerals
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Provisions for Sand Mining in India
What is the impact of riverbed sand mining?
What measures are needed for sustainable sand mining?
Conclusion
Sand and gravel represent the highest volume of raw material used on earth after water. Their use greatly exceeds natural renewal rates. Moreover, the amount being mined is increasing exponentially, mainly as a result of rapid economic growth. To sustain the economic growth in future, it becomes important that the resource is used judiciously.
PRACTICE QUESTION Q1. Mindless unsustainable sand mining has become a major environmental problem. Discuss. Also examine the significance of replenishment study of riverbed sand. Q2. Discuss the socio-economic effects of illegal sand mining. Highlight the measures taken by the government to ensure sustainable mining of sand. |
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