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Background
Overview
UPSC frequently examines topics related to sustainable agriculture, biodiversity conservation, environmental policy, food security, and the economic importance of natural resources. The role of pollinators is a cross-cutting theme relevant to Environment, Agriculture, and Economy.
Apiculture, or beekeeping, is the practice of maintaining bee colonies, primarily for honey and other bee products, but also crucially for crop pollination. Pollinators, including bees, are vital for the reproduction of a large proportion of the world's flowering plants and agricultural crops, making their conservation critical for food security and ecosystem health.