A study on the population growth and its effect on environmental resources in Nagaland

Abstract

The rapid growth of population in Nagaland has affected various dimensions, straining the natural resources, including land, water and the ecosystem. Growth has been shown to present positive opportunities for preserving cultural practices and social advancement in the region; at the same time, it also poses pressing challenges, exacerbating issues such as water scarcity, natural disasters, soil degradation, and deforestation. The paper examines demographic trends, resource consumption patterns and environmental effects caused by population growth. The findings of the study identify major issues such as inadequate infrastructure, environmental degradation, cultural rigidity to change, poor waste management, lack of awareness and the need for sustainable resource management strategies, offering relevant insights to the policy makers, researchers and community of the region to ensure the well-being of the population and environment in Nagaland.