Climate Change Adaptation — Prelims Strategy
Prelims Strategy
For Prelims, the strategy for Climate Change Adaptation should focus on factual accuracy and conceptual clarity. Aspirants must thoroughly understand the definitions and distinctions between adaptation types (proactive vs.
reactive, autonomous vs. planned, hard vs. soft). Memorize the names and primary objectives of the eight National Missions under NAPCC, specifically identifying which ones have strong adaptation components.
Pay close attention to international frameworks: UNFCCC articles, Paris Agreement Article 7, and the Sendai Framework – know their core mandates related to adaptation. Understand the funding mechanisms like the Adaptation Fund (its origin, funding source) and the Green Climate Fund (its balance between mitigation and adaptation).
Be familiar with key concepts like Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA), Maladaptation, and Loss and Damage. Recent current affairs related to adaptation, such as new policy initiatives, international agreements (e.
g., COP outcomes on adaptation finance), and specific examples of adaptation projects in India (e.g., Kerala's coastal adaptation, Odisha's cyclone preparedness), are high-probability questions. Focus on 'what' and 'which' type questions, ensuring you can identify correct statements and differentiate between similar-sounding options.
Vyyuha's Quick Recall mnemonic 'ADAPT-INDIA' will be invaluable for quick revision of key areas.