Notes and Study material for Exams
Lord Cornwallis (1786 – 1793) Introduction Lord Cornwallis, a warrior-statesman. He succeeded Warren Hastings as Governor-General in 1786. He belonged to an influential and aristocratic family which had wider political connections. He was also a close friend of Prime Minister Pitt. Dundas, the most influential member of the Board of Control … Read more
Drainage: Flow of water through well-defined channels. Network of such channels is called a Drainage System . Drainage basin: An area drained by a river and its tributaries. Watershed: Boundary line separating one drainage basin from other. River basins are larger watersheds. Drainage pattern of an area depends on the geological time period, nature … Read more
The Peninsular Region: A Tapestry of Cultures and Landscapes The term “peninsula” evokes images of land masses jutting out into the sea, surrounded by water on three sides. This geographical feature, however, is more than just a physical characteristic. It shapes the history, culture, and environment of the regions it defines, creating unique and diverse … Read more