History without geography is largely incomplete and devoid of its vital substance. It loses focus in the absence of the concept of space. History derives its focus from the concept of space. That is why history is regarded both as the history of humankind and the history of environment. It is difficult to separate the…
Aspiring to become a civil servant and serve the nation is a noble endeavor. The UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) IAS exam is one of the most prestigious and challenging examinations in India. To succeed in this competitive journey, aspirants need to be well-prepared and equipped with the right knowledge. One effective way to gain…
Are you an aspiring civil servant preparing for the prestigious UPSC examination? Do you find the subject of Geography daunting and overwhelming? Look no further, as we bring you a comprehensive review of the Oxford Atlas, your ultimate guide to mastering UPSC Geography! With its detailed maps, up-to-date information, and user-friendly layout, the Oxford Atlas…
As the turmoil in Manipur escalates, it becomes imperative to examine the Indian Government’s inability to address and tackle the issue effectively. The region has been grappling with violence and unrest for a considerable period, and it demands urgent attention and resolution. In this article, we will delve into the key factors contributing to the…
Paper-1 Section A- Physical Geography (GEOGRAPHY UPSC OPTIONAL SYLLABUS) Geomorphology: : Factors controlling landform development; endogenetic and exogenetic forces; Origin and evolution of the earth’s crust; Fundamentals of geomagnetism; Physical conditions of the earth’s interior; Geosynclines; Continental drift; Isostasy; Plate tectonics; Recent views on the mountain building; Vulcanicity; Earthquakes and Tsunamis; Concepts of geomorphic cycles and…
Indus River System The Indus originates in the northern slopes of the Kailash range in Tibet near Lake Manasarovar. It follows a north-westerly course through Tibet. It enters Indian territory in Jammu and Kashmir. It forms a picturesque gorge in this part. Several tributaries – the Zaskar, the Shyok, the Nubra and the Hunza join…
Geography For UPSC Motions of the Earth Earth has primarily two types of motions Rotation and Revolution. Geography For UPSC Rotation: Movement of the earth on its axis. Earth rotates along its axis from west to east. It takes approximately 24 hrs to complete on rotation. Days and nights occur due to rotation of the earth. The circle that divides the day from…
Geography is a very important subject in the UPSC exam, covered by both IAS Prelims and Mains papers, Geography for UPSC covers Indian Geography as well as World geography. The following concepts in Geography are covered broadly by the UPSC Syllabus: Physical Geography Human Geography Environmental Geography The UPSC Syllabus covers Geography in prelims as…
As the 7th largest country in the world, India stands apart from the rest of Asia, marked off as it is by mountains and the sea, which give the country a distinct geographical entity. Geography of India An Introduction For UPSC IAS Bounded by the Great Himalayas in the north, it stretches southwards and at…
Geomorphic Processes and Earth Movements It is time to know in detail about the surface of the earth on which we live. We know that the surface of the earth is not a plain platform. It is distributed unevenly with a variety of landforms like mountains, hills, plateaus, plains, ravines, cliffs etc. Why is the surface…
