Ecological Resilience in the Anthropocene: A Case Study of Netflix Series Kaala Paani and its Environmental Narrative in Trauma Studies

Abstract

Ecological resilience is a concept within ecology that refers to the ability of an ecosystem to absorb disturbances, recover from those disturbances, and adapt to changing conditions while maintaining its essential structure, function, and feedbacks. In simpler terms, it’s the capacity of an ecosystem to bounce back and persist in the face of changes or shocks. Key features of ecological resilience include Ecological resilience is often considered in the context of the Anthropocene, which is the current geological era characterized by significant human impact on the Earth’s geology and ecosystems. Human activities, such as deforestation, pollution, and climate change, can challenge the resilience of ecosystems.