An Approach to Costal Zone Management and Planning in West Bengal
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| List of Maps and Charts....................................................................................... |
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| List of Photographs............................................................................................. |
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| List of Tables....................................................................................................... |
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| List of Acronyms and Abbreviations................................................................... |
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| Preface................................................................................................................ |
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Introduction.................................................................................................. |
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Geomorphology............................................................................................... |
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Geology.......................................................................................................... |
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Soil and water qualities.................................................................................... |
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Meteorology.................................................................................................... |
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Brackishwater................................................................................................. |
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Land use......................................................................................................... |
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Resources....................................................................................................... |
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Environmental features.................................................................................... |
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Minor port activities......................................................................................... |
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Constraints..................................................................................................... |
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Developmental needs...................................................................................... |
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Management................................................................................................... |
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Conclusion.................................................................................................... |
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| References.......................................................................................................... |
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