From heading Western Ghats panel to helping establish world class centres in IISc, Madhav Gadgil had a long association with Karnataka
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Why in news
Renowned ecologist Madhav Gadgil passed away, known for heading the Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel (Gadgil Committee) and establishing the Centre for Ecological Sciences at IISc.
Background
Madhav Gadgil died on January 7th in Pune at age 83. He headed the Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel, which recommended declaring most of the Western Ghats as Eco Sensitive Areas and creating a Western Ghats Authority.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceWestern Ghats: Region recommended for Eco Sensitive Area status by the Gadgil Committee
- BodyCentre for Ecological Sciences (CES): Established by Madhav Gadgil at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru
For Mains
Q. Discuss the ecological significance of the Western Ghats and evaluate the effectiveness of the Gadgil Committee's recommendations in balancing conservation with regional development.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional framework: Effectiveness of a dedicated Western Ghats Authority in managing biodiversity
- Regulatory conflict: Balancing Eco Sensitive Area (ESA) restrictions with local infrastructure and developmental needs
Keywords: Biodiversity conservation · Eco Sensitive Areas · Ecological integrity · Environmental governance · Sustainable development
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