Climate Change and Natural Resources a Study of Indian Desert.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Sharma, H. S.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Climatic changes.

Environmental geography.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (300 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Lanham : Concept Publishing Company, 2018.

Summary:

This book, authored by H.S. Sharma, explores the impacts of climate change on natural resources in the Indian desert region, specifically focusing on Rajasthan. Through a detailed analysis of climatic data over a hundred-year period, Sharma examines variations in temperature, rainfall, and extreme weather events. The study highlights the warming trends observed since 1971 and the cyclical nature of rainfall patterns. It discusses the consequences of climate change on water resources and land use, considering both natural and anthropogenic factors. The book is aimed at scholars and policymakers interested in environmental geography and climate science, providing a comprehensive regional study with suggestions for mitigating adverse impacts. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Halftitle

Title

Copyright

About the Author

Dedication

Foreword

Preface

Content

List of Tables

List of Figures

Introduction

Climate and Climate Change

Status of Water Resources

Land Use, Land Use Change and Agricultural Productivity

Desertification and Climate Change

People’s Perception and Response

Conclusions and Adaptive Strategies for Climate Change

Questionnaire

Appendices

Bibliography

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ISBN:

9789390408627

9390408628

OCLC:

1313879373