Multipurpose Projects & Hydro-Electric Projects in India
Project River State 56. Damodar Valley Project Damodar West Bengal & Jharkhand. It includes Maithon & Tilaiya Dam on Barakar river in Bihar, Konar … Read more
Notes and Study material for Exams
Project River State 56. Damodar Valley Project Damodar West Bengal & Jharkhand. It includes Maithon & Tilaiya Dam on Barakar river in Bihar, Konar … Read more
Landforms are the natural features and shapes existent on the face of the earth. Landforms possess many different physical characteristics and are spread out throughout the planet. Together, landforms constitute a specific terrain and their physical arrangement in the landscape forms what is termed as topography. The physical features of landforms include slope, elevation, rock … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> The Inter-State River Water Disputes are one of the most contiguous issues in the Indian Federalism today. In the extreme cases, it may hamper the relationship between the different states. The recent cases of the Cauvery Water Dispute and the Satluj Yamuna Link Canal case are … Read more
Addition of certain substances to the water such as organic, inorganic, biological, radiological, heat, which degrades the quality of water so that it becomes unfit for use. Putrescibility is the process of decomposition of organic matter present in water by Microorganisms using Oxygen. Water having DO (dissolved oxygen) content below 8.0 mg/L may be … Read more
Fresh water Ecosystems– The salt content of fresh bodies is very low, always less than 5 ppt (parts per thousand). E.g lakes, ponds, pools, springs, streams, and rivers Marine ecosystems – the water bodies containing salt concentration equal to or above that of sea water (i.e., 35 ppt or above). E.g shallow seas and … Read more
Centripetal Drainage: A Convergence of Flow The Earth’s surface is a tapestry of intricate patterns, sculpted by the relentless forces of nature. Among these patterns, drainage networks stand out as a testament to the power of water, shaping landscapes and influencing ecosystems. One such pattern, the centripetal drainage pattern, presents a captivating spectacle of converging … Read more
The Rectangular Drainage Pattern: A Window into Earth’s Structural Fabric The Earth’s surface is a tapestry of intricate patterns, each revealing a story of geological processes and environmental forces. Among these patterns, drainage networks stand out as particularly informative, offering insights into the underlying bedrock structure, tectonic activity, and even the history of erosion. One … Read more
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
Sculpting the Earth: A Journey Through Erosional Landforms The Earth’s surface is a dynamic tapestry, constantly reshaped by the relentless forces of erosion. These forces, driven by wind, water, ice, and gravity, carve out a diverse array of landforms, each telling a unique story of geological history. This article delves into the fascinating world of … 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