CLEAN : India at 75: Melting glaciers, heatwaves and climate crisis

The video discusses the rapid retreat of glaciers, highlighting the observable changes and the formation of glacial lakes, which pose future risks. It emphasizes the importance of monitoring these changes through satellite and ground observations. The impact of pollution on the environment and government efforts to mitigate it are also covered. Cultural and philosophical insights are shared, stressing the undeniable reality of climate change and the need for awareness.

What is the main concern about the rapid retreat of glaciers?

• It creates new tourist attractions.

• It indicates a significant environmental change.

• It leads to the formation of new land.

• It provides more water for agriculture.

What is a potential danger of glacial lake formation?

• They may pose a risk to downstream areas.

• They increase the availability of fresh water.

• They help in reducing global warming.

• They can provide new habitats for fish.

How are glaciers monitored locally?

• By interviewing local residents.

• Using drones to capture images.

• By measuring the temperature of the air.

• Through satellite data and ground observation.

What human activities contribute to the pollution of glacier environments?

• Organizing clean-up drives.

• Building eco-friendly resorts.

• Throwing garbage and synthetic articles.

• Planting trees near glaciers.

What is the government's role in addressing glacier pollution?

• Encouraging more tourism.

• Restricting harmful activities.

• Promoting glacier melting.

• Building more roads.

What is the role of climate change in glacier retreat?

• It has no impact on glaciers.

• It accelerates the melting process.

• It stabilizes glacier size.

• It helps glaciers to grow.

Why is it important to witness the changes in glaciers?

• To promote tourism in glacier areas.

• To acknowledge and address environmental issues.

• To understand the slow pace of change.

• To deny the existence of climate change.