GS4 · UPSC Mains

Climate change and environmental degradation have caused havoc globally. It has repercussions on the life and livelihood of each and every individual on the planet. Despite its huge impact, climate change and environmental conservation have not become an electoral issue in India. Globally, green parties are making strides, albeit gradually. In countries like Netherlands, Sweden and Australia, they have begun to make a mark in electoral politics. In India, however, there is no such development. (a) In your view, why has politics in India not seen it's 'green moment' yet? (b) Do you think people in India are generally apathetic to climate change and environment related issues? Suggest some initiatives to bring about a change in the attitude of the people towards the issue.

20 marks · 7 toppers answered this

GS4 · Attitude — content, structure, function; influence & relation with thought & behaviour; moral & political attitudes; social influence & persuasion

TopperRankSourceCopy
Amritanshu Nayak—VisionIASp.53
Archit Dongre—Visionp.54
Devanshi Saxena—VisionIASp.54
Pakshal—Visionp.51
Arun Malviya—VisionIASp.54
NEHAA K—VisionIASp.54
Kabil Bhargava—VisionIASp.55

See this question on Topper's Copy by Hashin →

More GS4 questions →