scholarly journals Conservation and management of sacred groves, myths and beliefs of tribal communities: a case study from north-India

2014 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Laxman Singh Kandari ◽  
Vinod Kumar Bisht ◽  
Meenakshi Bhardwaj ◽  
Ashok Kumar Thakur
Keyword(s):  
North India ◽  
Sacred Groves ◽  
Tribal Communities ◽  
Conservation And Management

A decadal historical satellite data analysis for flood hazard evaluation: A case study of Bihar (North India)

2015 ◽  
Vol 36 (3) ◽  
pp. 308-323 ◽  
Author(s):  
Panchagnula Manjusree ◽  
Chandra Mohan Bhatt ◽  
Asiya Begum ◽  
Goru Srinivasa Rao ◽  
Veerubhotla Bhanumurthy
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Satellite Data ◽  
Flood Hazard ◽  
North India ◽  
Hazard Evaluation

scholarly journals Population characteristics, space use and habitat associations of the seahorse Hippocampus reidi (Teleostei: Syngnathidae)

2007 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 405-414 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ierecê Lucena Rosa ◽  
Tacyana P. R. Oliveira ◽  
André L. C. Castro ◽  
Luiz E. de Souza Moraes ◽  
Josias H. A. Xavier ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Habitat Structure ◽  
Habitat Associations ◽  
Population Characteristics ◽  
Brazilian Coast ◽  
Life Stages ◽  
Unequal Distribution ◽  
Ecological Information ◽  
Spatial Use ◽  
Conservation And Management

This paper provides a case study of a threatened seahorse species, Hippocampus reidi, highlighting the importance of using ecological information to assist conservation and management initiatives. Underwater visual sighting data (50 x 2m transect) gathered along the NE, SE and S portions of the Brazilian coast revealed an unequal distribution across localities, perhaps related to harvesting pressure, and a mean density of 0.026 ind.m-2. Our findings suggest some restricted spatial use by H. reidi, which was consistent with its estimated home range, and with re-sighting of specimens. Reproduction was recorded year-round, however productive peaks may exist. Components of habitat structure mostly used as anchoring points were mangrove plants, macroalgae, cnidarians, seagrass, sponges, and bryozoans. Conservation recommendations include: further characterization and mapping of habitats; assessment of availability and condition of microhabitats in selected areas, and studies on dispersal routes during initial life stages.

scholarly journals Stubble Burning and its Impact on Air Quality in Delhi NCT: A Case Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (06) ◽  
pp. 58-68
Author(s):  
Geeta Singh ◽  
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Amit Kumar ◽  
Deepanshu Vaid ◽  
Prashant Sharma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Air Quality ◽  
North India ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative Analysis ◽  
Respiratory Problems ◽  
Noticeable Increase ◽  
Time Period ◽  
Gaseous Pollution ◽  
Specific Reason ◽  
Stubble Burning

Stubble burning is now considered to be one of the major activities affecting air quality because it is one of the major sources of aerosol as well as gaseous pollution. There are two main reasons for biomass burning, first one is that there is a very short window of time between the harvesting and the wheat sowing of the wheat. The second being, removing the paddy residue that has remained on the field is a time-consuming job. The time period from harvesting to sowing being very low and the labor is either very expensive or unavailable this leads to the only easiest option that the farmer has i.e. burning the residue right on the field after harvest so that the farmers can quickly prepare the land for the next sowing. This method is very cheap and takes less time that’s why farmers use this method. For this specific reason with the onset of winter, stubble fires become rampant in north India. Stubble-burning emissions contain toxic chemicals which cause respiratory problems as well as diseases. The paper aims to examine the environmental impacts associated with stubble burning over the NCT of Delhi. The paper performs both qualitative and quantitative analysis on the statistical data pertaining to crop burning. The monthly variation for particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) and trace gases (NOx, CO, and SO2) during the stubble burning period (Sep-Nov) has also been studied and analyzed for 5 years (2015-19), and a noticeable increase in pollutant levels.

scholarly journals One size doesn’t fit all: contouring and addressing social vitals in reversing tobacco epidemic in Punjab, India

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. e231890
Author(s):  
Garima Bhatt ◽  
Sonu Goel ◽  
Gagandeep Shergill
Keyword(s):  
Tobacco Use ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Communicable Disease ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
North India ◽  
Sociocultural Factors ◽  
Behavioural Intervention ◽  
Specific Patient ◽  
Tobacco Epidemic

There are many tobacco users who wish to quit. In some cases, ostracism related to religious proscriptions serves as a barrier and prevents them from revealing their addiction status. Religion as an institution has an immense influence on human behaviour. It contributes to the cultural identity of individuals, moderating uniformity in their behaviour and social life. We describe a case from a province in Punjab in North India, where tobacco use is a ‘taboo’ due to the widely practised faith of Sikhism. The case illustrates how a doctoral thesis student, along with the healthcare providers at a non-communicable disease clinic, overcame the concealment of tobacco use of a patient with hypertension due to fear of social exclusion. The student assisted him in quitting tobacco use through a culturally specific, patient-centric, individualised, behavioural intervention using religion as a backdrop. This case study highlights the importance of recognising and appreciating the dynamics of sociocultural factors to develop a suitable and successful deaddiction strategy. This case elaborates how a simple ‘nudge’ of religious tenets-based counselling helps the tobacco addict transgress or tide over such barriers.

scholarly journals A CityGML Multiscale Approach for the Conservation and Management of Cultural Heritage: The Case Study of the Old Town of Taranto (Italy)

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 449
Author(s):  
Massimiliano Pepe ◽  
Domenica Costantino ◽  
Vincenzo Saverio Alfio ◽  
Maria Giuseppa Angelini ◽  
Alfredo Restuccia Garofalo
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Spatial Planning ◽  
Multiscale Approach ◽  
File Formats ◽  
Ancient City ◽  
Planning Processes ◽  
The City ◽  
Conservation And Management

The aim of this article is to provide a dedicated approach to the realisation of a CityGML model for the valorisation and the conservation of existing cultural heritage. In particular, for the ancient city of Taranto (Italy), several levels of details (LODs) have been built. CityGML models in LOD1 for the most representative periods were realised, which were characterised by urban changes from the mid-1800s until today. To achieve this aim, great importance was devoted to the process of integration of the different file formats. A geographic information system (GIS) approach has been put in place for the construction of the CityGML model in LOD1. In addition, the study also focused on the realisation of a CityGML model in LOD3 of a bridge of a particular historical and architectural interest, called “Ponte di Porta Napoli”, also situated in the city of Taranto. In the latter case, the CityGML model was realised starting from the geomatics survey. Therefore, the project structured in this way represents an important tool for the sharing of (georeferenced) territorial information. The CityGML models represent a valid support for spatial planning processes and measures for the protection, monitoring and conservation of urban elements.

Toward the conservation and management of Sedlo Seamount: A case study

2009 ◽  
Vol 56 (25) ◽  
pp. 2720-2730 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ricardo Serrão Santos ◽  
Sabine Christiansen ◽  
Bernd Christiansen ◽  
Susan Gubbay
Keyword(s):  
Conservation And Management

scholarly journals Water conservation and management: case study in Siam University

2018 ◽  
Vol 48 ◽  
pp. 05001
Author(s):  
Pornchai Mongkhonvanit ◽  
Chanita Rukspollmuang ◽  
Nattiga Silalai ◽  
Chanida Phitthayanon
Keyword(s):  
Water Conservation ◽  
Management System ◽  
Target Groups ◽  
Piped Water ◽  
Initial Stage ◽  
Natural Pond ◽  
Management Case Study ◽  
Sufficiency Economy Philosophy ◽  
Conservation And Management

Siam University (SU) is one of the leading Thai comprehensive private universities of which “Sustainability” is one of the main missions. The mission is guided by the concept of “Sustainable Development (SD)” and the principle of “Sufficiency Economy Philosophy (SEP)” bestowed by the late King Rama IX. SU has endorsed many sustainability policies and projects including those concerned with ecosystem and water management system. Our target groups include SU staff and students as well as members in Phasi Charoen district. SU has encouraged water conservation and management policies and practices including reduction of water usage program for quite some time. Although piped water is still mainly used, we have installed automated hand washing taps counting to more than 75% of total water appliances. Water from the campus natural pond is used and reused for gardening and washing. After this initial stage, we have planned to do more programs concerning water recycling, reuse, and treatment system under the principle of SEP. Considering that our pond and surrounding canals are connected to Phasi Charoen communities, we hope that our water conservation and management system will not only lead to a more sustainable campus but also a more sustainable district.

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