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Nature Conservation Index
Context
India's environmental performance has come under scrutiny following the release of the Nature Conservation Index, which ranked the country 176 out of 180 countries in terms of natural environment protection. With a score of 45.5 out of 100, this ranking reflects significant challenges in managing biodiversity and conservation efforts.
Key Highlights of the Index
- Overall Ranking: India ranked 176th out of 180 countries.
- Score: India received a score of 45.5 out of 100.
- Top Performers: Luxembourg, Estonia, and Denmark topped the list, while Kiribati was the lowest-ranked.
- Marine Conservation: India scored 0 out of 100 in managing marine protected areas and species protection within marine ecosystems.
- Terrestrial Protection: India scored 73 out of 100 for terrestrial species protection but faces challenges with illegal wildlife trade, ranking fourth globally in this area.
- Protected Areas: While 7.5% of India’s terrestrial area is protected, only 0.2% of marine waters are under protection.
- Regional Comparison: Other South Asian nations such as Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Myanmar ranked above India, with Bhutan being the highest in the region at a commendable position.
About the Index
- The Nature Conservation Index is a new assessment tool that ranks countries based on their efforts in natural environment protection across four key pillars:
- Managing Protected Areas: Evaluating the extent and effectiveness of designated conservation zones.
- Addressing Threats Against Biodiversity: Assessing actions taken to mitigate risks posed to various species and ecosystems.
- Nature and Conservation Governance: Analyzing policies, regulations, and institutional frameworks supporting conservation efforts.
- Future Trends in Natural Resource Management: Looking at the sustainability and long-term strategies for managing natural resources.
- The index uses 25 parameters within these pillars to gauge each country’s performance.
- It draws upon publicly available data from reputable sources such as the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), World Bank, and Yale's Environmental Performance Index (EPI).
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