Notes and Study material for Exams
In this type of questions please try to make map of India and roughly show the location of western and eastern ghats. Basis Western Ghats Eastern Ghats Direction Run Parallel to west cost in north south direction Eastern ghats run in a north east to south west direction parallel to the eastern cost. Width Avg … Read more
Sources of Energy: Conventional and Nonconventional Sources – Energy is one of the most important component of economic Biomass. These substances can be burnt to produce heat energy which can be used in the generation of electricity. Thus, the energy produced from the biomass is known as biomass energy. There are three forms of biomass: … Read more
The Levanter: A Mediterranean Enigma The Mediterranean Sea, a cradle of civilizations, is renowned for its azure waters, sun-drenched shores, and captivating history. But beneath its placid surface lies a powerful force, a wind that can transform the gentle Mediterranean into a tempestuous sea: the Levanter. A Wind of Two Names The Levanter, also known … Read more
INFRASTRUCTURE – Increase the economic activity between hinterland and ports lead to development of infrastructure including railways, roads & inland waterways. Indian Railway Introduction Indian Railways is one of the world’s largest railway Network consists of freight, passengers, tourist, Suburban rail systems, toy train and luxury trains. IR has 4,337 operating railway stations,operates … Read more
Soil fertility depleted, the rivers polluted and the forests destroyed. The Indian Scenario India constitutes 18 per cent of the world’s Population, 15 per cent of the live stock population and only 2 per cent of the geographic area, one per cent of the forest area and 0.5 per cent of pasture lands. … Read more
Earth: A Cosmic Oasis of Life and Wonder Our planet, Earth, is a vibrant and dynamic world, teeming with life and sculpted by a complex interplay of geological, atmospheric, and biological processes. It is a unique oasis in the vast expanse of space, harboring a diverse array of ecosystems and supporting an astonishing array of … Read more
Physical and social Environment as factors of crop distribution and production Physical Factors Climatic factors Climatic factors includes temperature, growing season, altitude, rainfall and wind. Most Plants cannot grow if the temperature falls below 6°C or the Soil is frozen for five consecutive months. As a consequence many areas are unsuitable for crop … Read more
Coastal Mountains: A Tapestry of Biodiversity, Culture, and Resilience The world’s coastlines are not merely edges of continents, but dynamic interfaces where land and sea meet, shaping unique landscapes and ecosystems. Within this intricate interplay, coastal mountains rise as sentinels, their rugged peaks and slopes harboring a rich tapestry of biodiversity, cultural heritage, and human … Read more
Canadian pacific railway The Canadian Pacific Railway company was incorporated in 1881. Its original purpose was the construction of a transcontinental railway, a promise to British Columbia upon its entry into Confederation. The railway — completed in 1885 — connected Eastern Canada to BC and played an important role in the development of … Read more
Solar Energy : Source, Solar heating devices, solar cooker solar cell Sunlight is Earth’s most abundant energy source and is delivered free of charge. Indeed, the energy from sunlight reaching the land surface of the earth is thousands of times greater than the world’s current total annual consumption of energy. Yet harnessing sunlight’s energy … Read more