September 12th, 2025 Leave a Comment / Uncategorized / By IAS RAW GSIII- Environment – Pollution, EIA, Conservation Q1. Forest fires in India are rising due to both natural and human factors. Discuss the causes, challenges in management, and steps taken to address them. (Answer in 150 words 10 Marker) Q2. Coastal sand mining, whether legal or illegal, poses one of the biggest threats to our environment. Analyze the impact of sand mining along the Indians coasts, citing specific examples. (UPSC 2019 ). (Answer in 150 words 10 Marker) Q3. E-waste in India is a growing threat to health and environment. What are the challenges in its management and how can stakeholders address them? (Answer in 250 words 15 Marker)