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26 August 2026

Aravali high-powered committee study criticism

The topic involves a Supreme Court-constituted high-powered committee and critical environmental governance issues regarding the Aravali range, which directly relates to environmental impact assessment and the role of civil society in development processes.

1 min read Day 4 of 4 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • The Supreme Court-constituted high-powered committee is tasked with conducting a scientific assessment of the Aravali mountain range.
  • The committee faces an August 31 deadline for the submission of its report.
  • Environmental groups, including Aravalli Virasat Jan Abhiyan (AVJA), have raised concerns regarding the adequacy of the committee's scientific assessment, public consultation, and field visits.
  • Experts advocate for a cumulative Environmental and Social Impact Study covering all 64 districts within the Aravali range.
  • Recommendations for the committee include broadening the consultation process, incorporating independent experts, and engaging with local rural and adivasi communities.

Part of a longer story

This is day 4 of 4 in Aravali Hill Range Conservation and Delineation, which has been running since 23 July 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of conducting cumulative Environmental and Social Impact Assessments for ecologically sensitive regions like the Aravali range. How can such studies ensure long-term ecological sustainability? 150 words
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  2. The role of high-powered committees in addressing complex environmental challenges is critical for sustainable development. Analyze the importance of participatory governance, including public consultation and the inclusion of local communities, in the functioning of such committees. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following best describes the proposed scope for a comprehensive study of the Aravali range as suggested by environmental experts?

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