Delhi air quality to turn 'severe' Sunday due to Diwali and stubble burning
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Pollution (air, water, plastic)· Prelims·
Environmental governance and pollution source mapping: a relevant GS3 and Ethics case study.
Why in news
The Air Quality Early Warning System (EWS) forecasted that Delhi's air quality will turn 'severe' on Sunday due to a combination of Diwali celebrations, vehicular emissions, and stubble burning.
Background
Delhi's average AQI reached 369 on Saturday, categorized as 'very poor'. The Decision Support System identified transport as contributing 21.4% to pollution and stubble burning as contributing 1.7%.
Facts for Prelims
- FactDelhi's average AQI reached 369 on Saturday.
- BodyAir Quality Early Warning System (EWS) is used to forecast air quality severity.
- FactTransport accounted for 21.4% of pollution according to the Decision Support System.
- FactStubble burning was pegged at 1.7% of pollution sources.
Prelims practice question
Which system was used to identify that transport contributed 21.4% to Delhi's pollution?
- (a)Bharat Mala Project
- (b)Decision Support System
- (c)National Clean Air Programme
- (d)Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana
Show answer
Answer: (b) Decision Support System — The note states the Decision Support System identified transport as contributing 21.4% to pollution.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the multi-sectoral challenges in managing seasonal air pollution in the National Capital Region and evaluate the effectiveness of current monitoring systems.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data-driven governance: Utilizing Decision Support Systems to identify and prioritize high-impact pollution sources.
- Inter-state coordination: Addressing the logistical hurdles of curbing stubble burning across state borders.
- Urban planning: Balancing vehicular emission targets with the logistical demands of a growing metropolitan economy.
Keywords: Air Quality Index (AQI) · Decision Support System · Stubble Burning · Vehicular Emissions · Environmental Governance
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