Tourism in the hilly states is threatening to exceed the ecological carrying capacity of the region. Analyze the factors contributing to this trend and evaluate the potential Environmental impacts of this phenomenon. What measures can be taken to ensure sustainable tourism in these states?
Introduction
The ecological carrying capacity of a hilly region is its ability to sustain population with its available resources.
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Main Body
[Tourism threatening to exceed carrying capacity ⇒] [factors]
[ex] Uttaranchal's vishnyaprayag several constructions bypassed it
[Environmental impacts]
○ Adherance to local ecology results in natural disasters
↓ loss of life & livelihood
↓ change in the ecological makeup of the region
[ex] Western ghats cut soon for tourism infrastructure development
steps for sustainable tourism :-
Conclusion
Government has taken several steps by incorporating Swadesh parshan to sustainable goals. further steps needs to be taken for same.
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Diagram
showing carrying capacity curve with factors marking exceeding of capacity
- Clear definition of ecological carrying capacity provided
- Specific example (Delhi tourists to Manali in summers)
- Reference to Kasturirangan committee shows knowledge of official reports
- Diagram aids visual understanding
- Recognition of seasonal patterns
Annapurna Singh
Salient features of World's Physical Geography
Important Geophysical Phenomena and Environmental Management
Ecological Carrying Capacity and Tourism Impact on Hill Regions
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