Question

who is responsible for disturbing river and glaciers in himalayas? what type of impact does himalyan ecology is facing due to it.

Answer 1

1. Massive industrialisation in all hill states of India, illegal deforestation, and unchecked tourism has resulted in disturbing river and glaciers in Himalayas.
2. With increase in global warming, glaciers have retreated and water flow into rivers such as Yamuna and Ganga has reduced.
3. Himalayan ecology is also losing its diverse flora and fauna due to landslides and illegal hunting.
4. E.g. Effect can be seen in devastating floods of Uttarakhand.