Mains Answer Writing - 9 Feb, 2026
GS2
Environment & Ecology
10 marks
“The approval of irrigation projects within tiger reserves reflects the complex trade-off between developmental needs and wildlife conservation.”
Discuss this statement with reference to the Kopra irrigation project in the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve.
Tips for your answer
- Start with the context: Briefly mention the Kopra irrigation project approval inside a newly notified tiger reserve and frame it as a development–conservation dilemma.
- Balance both sides: Present developmental benefits (irrigation, rabi crops, farmer livelihoods) alongside ecological concerns (tiger movement, habitat fragmentation, riparian ecosystem).
- Conclude with a way forward: Suggest solutions like science-based mitigation, wildlife corridors, strict monitoring by NTCA, and sustainable water management.
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