Reflections for Activity 5(Case Study)

Use these as indicative questions to discuss the case study

from your area and to design the poster (refer to steps 2 and 3)

Q1) What were the actions and circumstances that led to the main threats to biodiversity in your area?

ANS - Actions and circumstances leading to threats to biodiversity:

- Urbanization and infrastructure development have led to habitat destruction and fragmentation.

- Pollution from vehicular emissions and industrial activities.

- Discharge of untreated sewage into water bodies.

- Deforestation and green space reduction.

Q2) Who is the most AFFECTED by the threat?

ANS - Most affected by the threat:

- The local flora and fauna are the primary victims of these threats, with various plant and animal
species losing their habitats and struggling to survive.

Q3) Who BENEFITS the most if biodiversity in your areas is lost?

ANS - Who benefits the most if biodiversity is lost:

- Real estate developers and industries might benefit in the short term from unchecked urban
development and reduced regulations. However, the long-term consequences could be detrimental to
everyone.

Q4) Who is responsible for the threat? Who will be the key people you would like to be involved in

biodiversity conservation and at what stages?

ANS - Responsibility for the threat and key people for conservation:

- Multiple stakeholders contribute to the threat, including government agencies, construction

companies, industrialists, and individuals. Key people for conservation should involve government
authorities, environmental NGOs, local community representatives, and urban planners.

Q5) What kind of challenges will you probably face in bringing these key people together?

ANS - Challenges in bringing key people together:

- Challenges may include conflicts of interest between economic development and biodiversity
conservation, lack of awareness among the public, and bureaucratic hurdles in implementing
conservation measures.

Q6) Does the issue have any cultural or political connections? Can it be resolved locally?
ANS - Cultural or political connections:

- Yes, this issue has political and cultural dimensions. Local political interests and policies often shape
urban development. Cultural attitudes towards the environment and sustainability may also influence
the willingness to support conservation efforts.

Q7) What possible solutions would you propose to reduce or stop the biodiversity threat?

ANS - Possible solutions to reduce or stop the biodiversity threat:

- Implement and enforce strict land-use regulations to protect green spaces.

- Promote sustainable urban planning and green infrastructure.

- Invest in wastewater treatment to reduce pollution of water bodies.

- Create awareness and education campaigns about biodiversity and its importance.

Q8) Of the solutions you propose, think about what actions can be undertaken by individuals or
groups of citizens; and which ones need legal interference.

ANS - Actions by individuals or groups vs. legal interference:

- Individuals and community groups can contribute by planting trees, organizing clean-up drives, and
advocating for green spaces. Legal interference is necessary to ensure strict enforcement of regulations,
especially against polluters and illegal construction.

Q9) Will your proposed solution have short-term or long-term effects?

ANS - Short-term or long-term effects:

- Short-term effects may involve immediate improvements in some areas with community-driven
efforts. However, long-term effects will require sustained legal and policy changes and may take years to
be fully realized. Biodiversity conservation is a long-term commitment.