Evolution And Geomorphology Of The Indian Subcontinent

 Evolution and Geomorphology of the Indian Subcontinent About 140 million years ago the main landmass on Earth was concentrated together in a super continent called Gondwana which started to break up in four tectonic plates; African, Antarctic, Australian and Indian plates. The rifting is thought to be caused by the rising of a … Read more

Pala Dynasty

   Pala Dynasty   Pala Dynasty ruled Bengal and Bihar for about four centuries from the middle of the 8th century AD. Founded by Gopala, rule of the dynasty underwent various vicissitudes and lasted for eighteen generations of kings. Prior to the establishment of the Pala Empire, the area of Bengal was experiencing … Read more

lndia’s threatened,endangered and endemic species

lndia’s threatened,endangered and endemic species India, a megadiverse country with only 2.4% of the world’s land area, accounts for 7-8% of all recorded species, including over 45,000 species of Plants and 91,000 species of animals. The country’s diverse physical features and climatic conditions have resulted in a variety of Ecosystems such as forests, wetlands, grasslands, … Read more

Critically Endangered Animals in India

A Race Against Time: Critically Endangered Animals in India India, a land of immense biodiversity, is also home to a significant number of critically endangered species. These animals, teetering on the brink of extinction, face a multitude of threats, including habitat loss, poaching, and climate change. Their survival hinges on immediate and effective conservation efforts. … Read more

Rajasthan : An introduction

Rajasthan : An introduction According to 2011 Census final Report Population of Rajasthan is 6,85,48,437 (ie 6.85 Crore) and is 8th in the country based on population. North to south- 23.03 N TO 30.12N West to east- 69.30 E To 78.17 E Tropic of cancer passes through Southern part through the Banswarda and dungpur districts … Read more

Structure, relief and physiographic divisions of India

  Three Geological divisions: The peninsular block The Himalayas and other Peninsular Mountains Indo-Ganga-Brahmaputra Plain   Peninsualar block is made of gneisses (metamorphic) and granites (igneous). Six physiographic divisions: The Northern and North-eastern Mountains The Northern Plain The Peninsular Plateau The Indian Desert The Coastal Plains The Islands Northern and North-Eastern Mountains Approximate length of … Read more

Namami Gange Programme: Revitalizing the Holy Ganga

Namami Gange Programme: Revitalizing the Holy Ganga The Ganga, revered as a sacred river in Hinduism, has been a lifeline for millions of Indians for centuries. Its waters have sustained communities, nurtured agriculture, and played a vital role in religious and cultural practices. However, in recent decades, the Ganga has faced severe pollution, threatening its … Read more

Ganga Prahari: Grassroots Guardians of the Ganga

Ganga Prahari: Grassroots Guardians of the Ganga The Ganga, revered as a sacred river by millions, faces a multitude of challenges. Pollution, deforestation, and unsustainable agricultural practices threaten its ecological integrity and the livelihoods of those who depend on it. In the face of these threats, a vibrant network of grassroots organizations and individuals has … Read more