Levels of Biodiversity — Mains Questions

Define the three levels of biodiversity. Discuss their interconnections and explain why a holistic approach is essential for biodiversity conservation in India.

Critically analyze India's efforts in conserving biodiversity across its genetic, species, and ecosystem levels. What are the challenges and opportunities in aligning these efforts with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework?

Using the Western Ghats as a case study, explain how ecosystem diversity contributes to overall biodiversity and its conservation challenges. Suggest policy recommendations for its sustainable management.

Discuss the significance of genetic diversity in ensuring food security and agricultural resilience in India. What measures are being taken to conserve agricultural biodiversity [VY:AGR-03-01]?