Mentor’s Comment: Answer can be framed simply in three parts. First, brief introduction of the phenomenon. Second, explanation of underlying factors of coral bleaching. Third, description of effects of El Nino on corals, with examples. Answer: Lakshadweep is the major area of coral formation in India. Unfortunately it is facing decline in coral reefs as … Continue reading Lakshadweep has been facing a drastic decline in coral cover in recent years. Discuss various environmental and anthropogenic factors behind this phenomenon. How can El Nino be disastrous for the world’s coral reefs? Illustrate. (250 Words))