Welcome to Wide Vision, a journey of self-discovery and transformation. In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the status quo and lose sight of our true potential. But what if you could break free from limitations and unlock a more fulfilling life? This book is an invitation to explore the depths of your own potential, to challenge assumptions, and to embrace a wider vision for yourself. Through a combination of inspiring stories, practical exercises, and profound insights, you'll embark on a transformative journey that will help you: Develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your place in the world Cultivate resilience, confidence, and purpose Break through obstacles and limitations that hold you back Discover new perspectives and opportunities for growth Embrace your true potential and live a more authentic, meaningful life
This book is a comprehensive & authentic book on 'Environmental Studies'. This book is an imperative educational resource that will be of value and interest to everyone seeking to broaden their understanding of the science behind environmental issues. It is designed for students of: • Environmental Science | Theory into Practice (I & II) at UG Level (AEC-I) based on the Undergraduate Curriculum Framework (UGCF) for the University of Delhi • Non-Collegiate Women's Education Board • School of Open Learning of the University of Delhi • Various Central Universities throughout India The Present Publication is the 7th Edition, authored by Dr. Sanjay Kumar Batra, Dr. Kanchan Batra & Prof. Harpreet Kaur, with the following noteworthy features: • [Written in Accordance with the National Education Policy (NEP)] that applies to universities all over India • [Simple & Systematic Presentation] Subject matter is presented in a simple, systematic method with comprehensive explanations of concepts and theories underlying environmental studies • [Comprehensive Case Studies] Covers case studies from both Indian and global scenarios • [Entrepreneurial Stories] Includes case studies and brief sketches of successful entrepreneurial stories • Key Topics o Includes special topics such as: § Environment Policies § Human Population Growth § G20 Summit o Ecosystem o Natural Resources o Biodiversity o Disaster Management o Greenhouse Effect o Endangered Species • [Environmental Issues] including: o Pollution o Ozone Layer Depletion o Global Warming o Conservation of Biodiversity • [Questions and Exercises] include: o Review Questions o Subjective Type Questions o Objective Type Questions o Practical Exercises o Experiential Activities o Outreach Activities • Past Exam Question Papers o Environmental Studies Paper – 2020 (OBE) (CBCS) o Environmental Studies Paper – 2021 (OBE) (CBCS) o Environmental Science Paper – January 2023 (AEC-1, UGCF), SEM. – I o Environmental Science Paper – January 2023 (AEC-1, UGCF), SEM. – III o Environmental Science Paper – July 2023 (AEC-1, UGCF), SEM. – I o Environmental Science Paper – January 2024 (AEC-1, UGCF), SEM. – I o Environmental Science Paper – January 2024 (AEC-1, UGCF), SEM. – III o Environmental Science Paper – May 2024 (AEC -1, UGCF), SEM. – II • [Student-Oriented Approach] This book has been developed considering: o Interaction of the author/teacher with students in the classroom o Shaped by the author/teacher's experience of teaching the subject matter at different levels o Incorporates student reactions and responses at various points in the book The structure of the book is as follows: • Each chapter begins with a broad introduction, providing a conceptual outline • Followed by a point-wise elucidation of each topic • Incorporates new case studies relevant to the latest syllabus to enhance understanding The contents of this book are as follows: • Introduction to Environmental Studies o Multi-disciplinary nature of environmental studies o Components of the environment o Scope and importance of environmental studies o Concept of sustainability and sustainable development o Brief history of environmentalism o Includes review questions, past exam questions, objective-type questions, and practical exercises • Ecosystems o Definition and concept of ecosystems o Structure and functions of ecosystems (energy flow, food chains, nutrient cycling) o Concepts of productivity and ecological pyramids o Ecosystem homeostasis and types of ecosystems (tundra, forest, grassland, desert, aquatic) o Ecosystem services, preservation, conservation strategies, and basics of ecosystem restoration o Includes case studies, review questions, past exam questions, objective-type questions, and practical exercises • Natural Resources o Detailed discussion on natural resources, including renewable resources, water resources, and energy resources o Includes case studies, review questions, past exam questions, objective-type questions, and practical exercises • Environmental Pollution o Explanation of environmental pollution and its types (air, water, soil, thermal, noise) o Discussion on nuclear hazards, their effects, and health risks o Solid waste management, including technologies for processing, treatment, and disposal of solid waste, vermicomposting, and e-waste management o Hazardous wastes and their management o Includes case studies, review questions, past exam questions, objective-type questions, and practical exercises • Global Environmental Issues and Policies o Causes of climate change and international agreements and programs (Earth Summit, UNFCCC, Kyoto Protocol, Montreal Protocol, CBD, Ramsar Convention, UNEP, CITES) o Sustainable Development and India's National Action Plan on Climate Change o Environment legislation in India and the role of G-20 in sustainability o Includes review questions, past exam questions, objective-type questions, and practical exercises • Biodiversity & Conservation o Definition and levels of biodiversity o Biogeographic zones of India and global biodiversity hotspots o India as a mega-diversity nation with discussions on endangered and endemic species o Threats to biodiversity, poaching, man-wildlife conflicts, and biological invasions o Current mass extinction crisis and conservation strategies (in-situ and ex-situ conservation) o Types of species (keystone, flagship, umbrella, and indicator), species reintroduction, and translocation o Values and ecological roles of biodiversity, including sacred groves o Includes case studies, review questions, past exam questions, objective-type questions, and practical exercises • Human Communities and the Environment o Human population growth and its impacts on the environment, human health, and welfare o Concept of carbon footprint o Resettlement and rehabilitation of development project-affected persons and communities o Discussion on disasters, disaster management, and environmental movements o Environmental justice, philosophy, and ethics o Role of world religions and cultures in environmental conservation o Environmental communication and public awareness o Includes case studies, review questions, past exam questions, objective-type questions, and practical exercises
In a world of rapid change and uncertainty, there is need for a wide vision—one that transcends the immediate and embraces the future with clarity and foresight to view the changing world. It expands the horizon of reader and explores the interconnectedness of various topics and brings about potential for positive change that lies within each of us by inspiring a new way of thinking. In present times multidisciplinary approach in every field grasp the attention of academicians as it integrates knowledge and provide new insights and perspectives. The book is a culmination of thoughts, ideas, and insights gathered from diverse fields and perspectives, aiming to illuminate paths toward a more enlightened future. This book covers various topics from different disciplines like yoga, food and nutrition, agriculture, psychology and health. Health is part and parcel of every discipline. The health is important aspect from the point of view of yoga, home science, psychology and agriculture. It is a well known fact that health is true wealth. Investing in your health today will produce rewards for a lifetime.
In present times stress has become an integral part of human life, though this statement sounds quite negative but sadly true. So stress is inescapable for us, consequently giving rise to many fatal diseases and medical conditions owing to life style disorders, which is not a good sign. This book is a combination of explanatory chapters on different tenets of Yoga, health, stress management, culture, communication and folk music. The book has 5 chapters with further subdivisions based on different subjects directly or indirectly related with Yoga, overall health management and cultural communication. Chapter 1 holds the information about role of bureaucracy in India and its challenges and opportunities. Chapter-2- talks about Mid life crisis and its various perspectives. Chapter-3 carries a review on different plant potential with ant-diabetic and anti oxidants properties. Chapter-4 is dedicated to Yoga and its different practices like yoga and stress management, yogic management and Lung cancer, Ashtanga yoga, sleep apnea management through yoga, yogic diet and nutrition, Mental Health in Yoga, yoga for diabetes, yogic impact on obesity, yogic treatment for back pain, benefits of Yoga during pregnancy, yogic impacts on respiratory disorders, Mud Therapy, Naturopathy and primary care, Medicinal plant against COVID 19, effects of yoga on Herniated Disc, Pranayam, Yoga Mudras, meditation, Mental ailments and treatment in Yog Darshan and an elaborate discussion on yoga plays a vital role in education that holds the power to transform the world. So the entire chapter 4 is about Yogic sciences, its treatments and impacts on different health problems. Chapter-5 includes flavours of Culture and communication as it contains sub divisions on role of Folk Music in Traditional forms of communication and Transformation in the art of Tabla music and Dilli Gharana. Beside that this sub division also has a chapter that elaborates about the significance of ‘Dhol’ as a prominent Folk Music instrument in Uttarakhand. In this highly competitive age Yoga had emerged as a life saving alternative therapy that could cure ailments completely –if practiced right and dedicatedly. No one can escape from stress and it affects not only our own lives but impacts our loved ones lives like our family, relationships, friends and our career also. If we see a bigger picture than it is evidently clear that stress is the cause root of deadly diseases and affects the entire society negatively by changing physiological and biochemical process in a human body. Yoga is a practice that aligns our body and mind through different exercises and breathing activities. Moreover Yoga is not only a science rather in recent past it had been established through many researches that Yoga is a way of Life. It leads towards a happy contented and fulfilling life.
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