Question Q.17GS1GS2

What are the geographical factors responsible for the growth of mangrove vegetation in India? Also highlight its role in coastal ecology.

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According to Forest Survey India state of forest report, India has a 4991 km² mangrove area in India.

Geographical factors in growth of mangrove:

1high salinity environment

2continue mud, flow and new sediment deposition

2anaerobic root environment, i.e. low O2 conditions

(ii) high energy requirement

direct solar insolation, for growth.

Mangrove adaptation to challenging geographical area:

1sculent water & prevent ocean salt excretion proven leaves

2salt secreting glands to remove salt supply

3specific root system to support water flood condition (eg) Rhizophora, prop root stilted

4viviparity to reproduce in flood condition

5Bitter root to support ocean tidal action inflow and large size.

Role in coastal ecology:

1slime dine stabilization divert strong root network

2mitigating tropical cyclone impact

3castle & leads formation of beach by melting sand destabilizing

4ecological species as well as taught stock sites, kale, leaves, medicine etc

Threats – revealed n/e (5) NABA predicted item n/e between 1993 and 2019 degradation and reduction

(d) 2021 ISFR highlighted slight decline in mangrove. Our Indian has launched initiative like MSFR, global mangrove alliance etc to promote mangrove conservation and stability saturation coastal ecology.

— ANKIT JARWAL · AIR 205

195 words16 paragraphs

Identifies specific mangrove area coverage
Discusses environmental conditions for mangrove growth
Clear enumeration of factors
Detailed adaptations of mangrove species
Specific examples with Rhizophora
Explains physiological and morphological adaptations
Comprehensive role in coastal ecology
Includes conservation initiatives
Mentions threats and current data

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ANKIT JARWAL

AIR 2052025

Subject & Paper

GS1GS2

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Physical Geography

Ecology and Biodiversity

Mangrove Vegetation in India

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195

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