CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -This was when the Government of India notified Coastal Regulation Zones (CRZ) for the first time. As per the notification, coastal areas are of four categories as CRZ-1, CRZ-2, CRZ-3 and CRZ-4.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Coastal Zone Management Act was passed in 1972 and is administered by the NOAA. The act was passed in response to the public’s concern for balanced preservation and development activities in coastal areas. It established a national policy to preserve, protect, develop, and restore or enhance coastal resources.

Detailed explanation-3: -Integrated Coastal Zone Management Plan: (ICZM) is a process for the management of the coast using an integrated approach, regarding all aspects of the coastal zone, including geographical and political boundaries, in an attempt to achieve sustainability.

Detailed explanation-4: -According to the new Coastal Regulatory Zone (CRZ) rules, the restriction on development in creek, river and stream areas has been reduced from 100 metre to 50 metre from the high tide line in a bid to boost development to promote tourism as well as benefit the locals.