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SYNOPSIS [30th JUNE,2021] Day 123: IASbaba’s TLP (Phase 1): UPSC Mains Answer Writing (General Studies)

 

1. What are tornadoes? How do they originate? Why are they so destructive? Discuss.

Approach 

Define about the tornadoes in the introduction part. Then highlight the origin and genesis of the tornadoes. In the end discuss why they are so destructive before conclusion.

Introduction

A tornado is a violently rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground. It is a vortex of rapidly moving air. A tornado forms when changes in wind speed and direction create a horizontal spinning effect within a storm cell. This effect is then tipped vertical by rising air moving up through the thunderclouds.

Body

Tornadoes is a localized cyclonic low pressure cell surrounded by a whirling cylinder of violent wind, characterized by a funnel cloud extending below a cumulonimbus cloud which predominantly occurs in North America. 

Origination:

They are so destructive because:

Conclusion

Tornadoes as well as cyclones both occur in India. However, unlike cyclones the frequency of tornado outbreak is very low. Cyclones originate in the Bay of Bengal region as well as in the Arabian Sea region where as Tornadoes of weak strength occur in north-western and north-eastern region of the country causing significant damage to man and material.


2. What is storm surge? What factors control the magnitude of a storm surge? Discuss

Approach 

It expects students to write about storm surge. And simply write the factors controlling the magnitude of a storm surge with different variables.

Introduction 

Storm Surge is an abnormal rise of sea level as the tropical cyclone crosses the coast. The storms produce strong winds that push the water into shore, which might lead to flooding. It is measured as the height of the water above the normal predicted astronomical tide. The surge is caused primarily by a storm’s winds pushing water onshore.

Body 

Factors that control the magnitude of Storm surge:

Conclusion

It is one of many natural events storm tide inundates low lying coastal areas which have far reaching consequences apart from flooding.  Hence, necessary precaution if taken will ensure the minimal loss of environment human life in the surrounding area. Innovations are needed to mitigate them and also utilize them for welfare of mankind.


3. Global warming is a reality, that is affecting the glacial landforms, flora & fauna across the globe. Do you agree? Substantiate with the help of suitable examples.

Approach

Simply describe define the global warming and glaciers. Then highlight the impact of changes in glaciers and how global warming is changing the glacial landscape, before conclusion try to give few suggestions to tackle situation.

Introduction

Global warming is the phenomenon of a gradual increase in the temperature near the earth’s surface. This phenomenon has been observed over the past one or two centuries. This change has disturbed the climatic pattern of the earth.

Body

Changes in glaciers will lead to:

Global warming Changing glacial landforms:

Glaciologists believe that, despite the massive ice loss, we do still have time to save the glaciers from their predicted disappearance. Here are some ideas and proposals for how we can help achieve this goal:

Conclusion

Humankind has become dependent on the burning of fossil fuels to support our way of life, but it increases global warming at an unnatural rate that led to meltimg of glaciers. To restore the glaciers we need to utilize alternative energy sources, increase our energy efficiency and decrease our individual carbon footprints.

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