The article highlights the issue of rampant illegal sand mining in… — CURRENT CONTEXT — TG.ME

🔆The article highlights the issue of rampant illegal sand mining in five states: Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, and Madhya Pradesh. Summary: ✅Illegal Sand Mining: 🔸Five states directed to provide details on illegal sand mining. 🔸The issue of illegal sand mining is widespread and causes significant environmental damage. 🔸The 2010 Sustainable Sand Mining Management Guidelines have not been effectively implemented. ✅Environmental Impact: 🔸Severe ecological imbalance. 🔸Disturbance in water table. Land degradation. 🔸Damage to land use patterns. ✅Government Action: 🔸Some states, like Tamil Nadu, have taken measures like installing CCTV cameras to monitor sand mining sites. 🔸The Supreme Court has directed states to take action to curb illegal sand mining. 🔸The Centre may investigate illegal sand mining in some states. ✅Possible UPSC Prelims Question: Which of the following states has been directed by the Supreme Court to provide details on illegal sand mining? A. Kerala B. Karnataka C. Tamil Nadu D. Gujarat ✅Possible UPSC Mains Question: Discuss the environmental and socio-economic impacts of illegal sand mining in India. Analyze the measures taken by the government to curb this menace and suggest further steps to ensure sustainable sand mining practices.