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5 July 2026

Great Nicobar sustainable development project

The Great Nicobar project is a major national infrastructure policy with significant implications for environmental conservation and tribal welfare, making it a high-probability topic for direct questions in GS3 and GS2.

1 min read Day 2 of 7 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • The Lt. Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands held a review meeting with the chairperson of the MoEFCC high-level committee regarding the Great Nicobar sustainable development project.
  • The project involves mega strategic and infrastructure development on the Great Nicobar Islands.
  • The review focused on the implementation of mitigation measures during both construction and operational phases.
  • Key objectives identified include the elimination of environmental damage, protection of wildlife, and preservation of socio-cultural ecosystems.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 of 7 in Great Nicobar Infrastructure Development Project, which has been running since 25 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the challenges of balancing mega strategic infrastructure development with the preservation of fragile ecological and socio-cultural ecosystems in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. 150 words
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  2. Examine the role of high-level committees under the MoEFCC in ensuring sustainable development in ecologically sensitive regions. How can mitigation measures be effectively integrated into the lifecycle of strategic infrastructure projects? 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which ministry is primarily responsible for overseeing the high-level committee reviewing the sustainable development of the Great Nicobar Islands?

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