Mains Answer Writing - 28 May, 2026

Tips for your answer

• Start with the core concept clearly
• In the introduction, briefly define the Nagoya Protocol and ABS mechanism in 2–3 lines. Mention its aim: fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from the use of biological resources and traditional knowledge.
• Use report data as evidence
• Quote 3–4 important statistics from India’s First National Report to strengthen the answer:
• 12,830 ABS approvals
• 3,556 IRCCs (around 60% of global total)
• ₹216 crore collected under ABS
• 2.76 lakh+ Biodiversity Management Committees
• Balance achievements with challenges
• Structure the body into:
• Achievements: strong institutional network, community participation, benefit-sharing examples.
• Challenges: tracing supply chains, documentation delays, low awareness, lack of centralized repository.
• End with a forward-looking conclusion on strengthening biodiversity governance and local community empowerment.