About the Book
Prepare to conquer the geography section of the UPSC Civil Services Examination with this meticulously crafted seventh edition, designed to offer in-depth knowledge of Indian and World Geography. Covering every essential topic—from the majestic Himalayas and the fertile Indo-Gangetic Plains to the dynamic climate systems shaping continents worldwide—this book is a one-stop resource for aspirants.
With easy-to-understand explanations, comprehensive maps, tables, colourful diagrams and learning tools like Learning Tricks, Quick Revision boxes and mind maps, it breaks down complex concepts like monsoons, ecosystems, population dynamics, and industrial patterns. Current issues like climate change, natural disasters, urbanization, and sustainable development are integrated to align with the changing nature of the UPSC syllabus.
Featuring previous year’s trends, this book ensures you stay ahead of the competition. Whether you’re revising key facts or mastering analytical concepts, this guide will equip you with everything you need to get ready for the UPSC and other state services examinations.
Your gateway to mastering geography starts here—explore, understand, and succeed!
Salient Features
Master the geography section of the UPSC Civil Services Exam with this all-encompassing guide that covers every essential topic in Indian and World Geography. This book offers:
🌎 Indian Geography: Detailed insights into the physical landscape (mountains, rivers, deserts, plateaus), climate patterns (monsoon systems, rainfall distribution), natural vegetation and soils, as well as demographics, agriculture, and industries.
🌎 World Geography: Explore continents, ecosystems, climatic zones, and the physical and economic geography of major regions and countries.
🌎 Contemporary Issues:Contemporary Issues: Stay updated with critical topics like climate change, natural disasters, sustainable development, urbanization, and environmental conservation efforts.
🌎 Maps, Diagrams, and knowledge boxes: Visual aids to reinforce understanding and quick revision at the examination time in the form of “Learning Tricks” and “Quick Revision” boxes, including political and physical maps and comparative charts.
🌎 PYQs and Trend Analysis: Begin your preparation with insights into previous UPSC question trends and end by attempting UPSC Prelims and Mains questions given as chapter-end exercise to make you exam ready.
McGraw Hill Edge
With this book, you get free exclusive access to McGraw Hill Edge – a digital platform with high-quality learning resources that provide you the edge to excel at your exams.
On the McGraw Hill Edge platform, you can access Monthly Current Affairs, Model Answers, explanations to Prelims questions and Chapter-wise Videos explaining important topics and how to prepare for the exam, all designed to enhance your preparation and give you the winning edge. Moreover, its mobile and web app interface makes learning convenient and accessible! Follow the instructions given in the book to get access.
USP of our Product
• Updated content - Integrates the latest issues and trends, ensuring relevance to the current UPSC syllabus and exam pattern.
• Use-friendly Learning Tools – Features like Learning Tricks, Quick Revision boxes, comprehensive maps, colourful diagrams, and comparative charts to simplify complex concepts and facilitate quick review.
• Simplified learning - Extensive use of Graphs, charts, tables and timelines to visualise trends and present facts (e.g., population growth, major crops worldwide, types of vegetation etc).
• Aid in effective preparation - Includes MCQs and analysis of previous years' UPSC exam trends to help aspirants prepare effectively.
Table of Contents
Part I - World's Geography
Chapter 1 The Universe & the Solar System
Chapter 2 Geomorphology
Chapter 3 Climatology
Chapter 4 Oceanography
Chapter 5 Climate Change and Its Impact on Climate & Oceans
Chapter 6 Biogeography
Chapter 7 Facts about the World, Continent & Countries
Chapter 8 World Resources
Chapter 9 Agriculture
Chapter 10 Industries and their location
Chapter 11 Demography
Part II - India's Geography
Chapter 12 Physical Geography of India
Chapter 13 India's Population
Chapter 14 Economic Geography of India
Chapter 15 Indian States and Union Territories