Mains Answer Writing - 21 Apr, 2026

GS3

Environment & Ecology

15 marks

“The crisis of the Colorado River reflects a shift from hydrological scarcity to ecological water loss.”

Discuss the geographical features of the Colorado River system and critically examine the role of climate change and ecological processes in altering river flows.

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Tips for your answer

1. Brief intro with geography
Origin + basin + importance (40 million people, Lake Mead/Powell).
2. Structure by causes
Climatic + Ecological + Atmospheric factors (avoid generic answers).
3. Use keywords + conclude
Add terms like ecological siphoning and end with a solution-oriented line.

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