APSC Answer Writing (Daily) based on Assam Tribune – 26/02/2026
For APSC CCE and other Assam Competitive examinations aspirants, practicing Daily Answer Writing is vital. This blog covers the most important Main question and its model Answer from the Assam Tribune today (26-02-2026).
GS Mains Model Question & Answer
GS Paper III – Environment, Biodiversity & Climate Change
Model Question (250 Words)
“Wetland ecosystems are critical for biodiversity conservation and climate resilience. Discuss in the context of the recent waterbird estimation in Kaziranga and its relevance to India’s international environmental commitments.”
Model Answer
Introduction
Wetlands are among the most productive ecosystems, supporting biodiversity, regulating hydrological cycles, and acting as carbon sinks. The recent Kaziranga waterbird estimation recorded over 1,05,000 birds belonging to 107 species, comfortably exceeding the Ramsar Criterion 5 threshold of 20,000 waterbirds. This underscores the ecological importance of Assam’s floodplain wetlands within the Brahmaputra basin.
Ecological Significance
Kaziranga’s beels, marshes and riparian corridors provide habitat to migratory species along the Central Asian Flyway. The presence of endangered species such as the Greater Adjutant and Pallas’s Fish Eagle indicates high conservation value. Large congregations of Bar-headed Geese and other waterfowl demonstrate the wetland’s role as a wintering ground.
Wetlands also perform essential ecosystem services:
- Flood moderation in the Brahmaputra basin
- Nutrient cycling and groundwater recharge
- Carbon sequestration contributing to climate mitigation
International & National Commitments
Exceeding Ramsar Criterion 5 strengthens the case for global recognition under the Ramsar Convention. It aligns with India’s commitments under:
- Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)
- SDG 15 (Life on Land)
- National Wetland Conservation Programme
Kaziranga’s conservation contributes to India’s climate adaptation strategy by preserving natural buffers against extreme weather.
Challenges
However, siltation, encroachment, climate variability, and habitat fragmentation threaten wetland sustainability. Conservation must extend beyond protected core zones to landscape-level management.
Conclusion The Kaziranga waterbird estimation highlights wetlands as ecological infrastructure vital for biodiversity and climate resilience. Sustained scientific monitoring, community participation, and integrated floodplain management are essential to translate ecological potential into long-term sustainability.
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