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Mining in the Himalayas

By Soni, A. K.

Mining in the Himalayas

By Soni, A. K.

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Himalaya, the world's most prominent mountain system of the world is a source of sustainence for the social, cultural and economic development of population across different countries. Unscientific, small-scale mining for harnessing reounrces including minerals has caused ecosystem damage. Therefore, an integrated and holistic approach to deal with the resource management is required. This book makes a focussed effort to explain how mining in the Himalaya is practiced with discussions pertaining to critiques and lacunas of mining and environmental practices. Status of mining practices in Himalaya is included along with the legal/environmental repercussions of mining.
Product details
Edition:
illustrated
Number of Pages:
248
Release Date:
2016-09-01
Publication Date:
2016-09-01
Publisher:
CRC Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1498762344
ISBN13:
9781498762342
Weight:
722 g
Height:
161 cm
Width:
240 cm
Thickness:
21 cm
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