National 05 September 2026
DU Inaugurates India's First Carbon Garden at Botany Department
Why in the News?
Delhi University (DU) has inaugurated India's first 'Carbon Garden' at its Department of Botany to combat air and soil pollution while enhancing urban biodiversity.
Key Features / Major Points:
Inauguration & Sapling: DU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Yogesh Singh inaugurated the initiative by planting a Kalpavriksha sapling.
Area & Biodiversity: Built over an area of ~2,000 square feet, the garden houses around 50 plant species alongside a mini-biodiversity park setup.
Role of Microorganisms: Integrates algae, fungi, bacteria, and Spirulina to utilize natural biological processes for absorbing CO2 and breaking down air pollutants.
VC's Warning: Prof. Yogesh Singh warned that without sustainable urban planning, Delhi risks becoming the "pollution capital."
Static GK Facts:
Delhi University (DU): Established: 1922 | Current Vice-Chancellor: Prof. Yogesh Singh.
Carbon Sink: Any natural or artificial reservoir (e.g., forests, ocean, plants) that absorbs more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere than it releases.
Spirulina: A nutrient-rich biomass of blue-green algae widely used in bio-mitigation due to its high photosynthetic efficiency.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Which university recently launched India's first Carbon Garden on its campus?
A: Delhi University (DU)
Q: Which sapling was planted by VC Prof. Yogesh Singh to inaugurate the Carbon Garden at DU?
A: Kalpavriksha
Q: In which department's premises was DU's Carbon Garden developed?
A: Department of Botany