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Indian Geography
Indian Geography is a fundamental subject for UPSC Civil Services Examination, covering both physical and human geography aspects of the Indian subcontinent.
Topics Covered
Physical Geography
- Mountain Ranges - Himalayas, Western and Eastern Ghats
- Deccan Plateau - Central highland region of India
- Coastal Regions - Eastern and Western coastal plains
Natural Disasters
- Cyclones - Tropical cyclones affecting India
Quick Reference Table
| Topic | Key Features | UPSC Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Ranges | Himalayas, Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats | High - GS Paper I |
| Deccan Plateau | Peninsular plateau, mineral resources | High - GS Paper I |
| Coastal Regions | Deltas, ports, fishing | High - GS Paper I |
| Cyclones | Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea cyclones | High - GS Paper I & III |
Study Approach
Physical Geography Focus
- Location and extent of features
- Formation processes and geological structure
- Climate impact and weather patterns
- Economic importance and resource distribution
Human Geography Connection
- Population distribution patterns
- Agricultural practices and crop patterns
- Industrial development and resource utilization
- Environmental challenges and conservation
Map-based Learning
- Practice location-based questions
- Mark important geographical features
- Understand inter-relationships between physical and human geography
- Focus on current affairs related to geographical events
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