Geography Notes

The astronomical phenomenon of solstice and equinox are familiar to most. But what do they mean, what are events related to them, and how do they influence the seasons on Earth- these are some of the in-depth questions that will be answered here. Read further to learn more. Equinoxes and … [Read more...] about Solstice and Equinox

Rainwater harvesting is an important alternative to conserve water for future usage. The NITI Aayog Report 2018 has said that India’s water demand will exceed water supply by a factor of two by 2030. Hence, under the rapidly depleting groundwater table, water harvesting is an ideal solution. Read … [Read more...] about Rainwater Harvesting

Avalanches a common natural as well as man-made disasters common in mountainous regions. During an avalanche, a mass of snow, rock, ice, soil, and other material slides swiftly down a mountainside. It can cause heavy causalities and change the geography of the region substantially. Read here to know … [Read more...] about Avalanche: Types, Causes and Mitigation

The hills and mountain ranges of peninsular India are important for their ecological significance, as they are home to many endemic and endangered species of flora and fauna. Peninsular India is a large landmass in the southern part of the Indian subcontinent that is surrounded by water on three … [Read more...] about Hills of Peninsular India

What are stars? What are the various stages in the life cycle of stars? Read further to know more. Stars play a vital role in the universe, as they are responsible for the creation of heavy elements through the process of nucleosynthesis.  There are different stages in the life cycle of a … [Read more...] about Life Cycle of Stars

Which are the major  Glaciers in India? What are alpine glaciers? Which are the glaciers of the Karakoram Range? Where is Pindari glacier situated? Read further to know more. Glaciers in India are bodies of dense ice that flow under their own weight. They are formed as a result of snow … [Read more...] about Glaciers in India

What are Marginal Seas? What is Phytoplankton Bloom (Algal Bloom) in Marginal Seas? How does water circulation happen in marginal seas? Read further to know more. Marginal seas are more susceptible to pollution than open ocean regions because of the high concentration of human activities near … [Read more...] about Marginal seas of the world

What are Major Oceans in the world? How do temperature of oceans  differs? What is the salinity of oceans? How do horizontal distribution and vertical distribution of salinity differ in the ocean? Read further to know more. Every living thing on earth depends on water in some way. One of the four … [Read more...] about Major Oceans

How are lakes classified? Why is the conservation of lakes important? Read further to know more. Classification of Lakes can be done on the Basis of Its Origin, Ecology, Size, Water Chemistry, etc manner. A lake is a large body of water that is surrounded by land. It is a type of inland … [Read more...] about Classification of Lakes

Which are the major mountain passes in India and the Himalayas? What are Mountain passes? What is the importance of passes? Read further to know more. Mountain Passes in India and the Himalayas contribute to road connection and play a vital role in trade. India is a country with multiple passes. … [Read more...] about Important Mountain Passes in India and Himalayas