Mountain Height (m) Location Mountain Range Notable Features Mount Everest 8,848.86 Nepal/Tibet Himalayas Tallest mountain in the world K2 (Mount Godwin-Austen) 8,611 Pakistan/China Karakoram Second-highest, most dangerous climb Kangchenjunga 8,586 Nepal/India Himalayas Third-highest, sacred in Sikkim Lhotse 8,516 Nepal/Tibet Himalayas Connected to Everest by South Col Makalu 8,485 Nepal/Tibet Himalayas Distinct pyramid shape Cho Oyu…
Lakes play a crucial role in sustaining ecosystems, supporting livelihoods, and driving economic growth. Their utility extends beyond mere water reservoirs, encompassing diverse sectors such as agriculture, fisheries, tourism, industry, and urban development. This article explores the various uses of lakes and their significant contribution to economic growth. 1. Importance of Lakes Lakes are vital…
India is home to numerous lakes that play a significant role in its geography, ecology, and culture. These lakes vary in size, origin, and significance. Below is a list of 40 important lakes in India along with their details. 1. Vembanad Lake (Kerala) 2. Chilika Lake (Odisha) 3. Dal Lake (Jammu and Kashmir) 4. Wular…
Introduction to Cyclones A cyclone is a large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure. It is characterized by inward spiraling winds, which rotate counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere due to the Coriolis effect. Cyclones are classified into different types based on their formation…
Introduction The Ganga, also known as the Ganges, is not just a river but a symbol of purity, spirituality, and sustenance. Flowing for over 2,500 km, it originates from the Gangotri Glacier in the Himalayas and passes through several Indian states before emptying into the Bay of Bengal. The river is deeply woven into the…
Urbanization, the process by which cities and towns expand as human populations increase, is one of the most transformative forces shaping the modern world. As human settlements grow, they encroach upon natural landscapes, leading to the destruction or alteration of wildlife habitats. This widespread urban sprawl has profound consequences for biodiversity, ecosystem services, and the…
Introduction The Gangetic Plain, one of the most fertile and densely populated regions in India, is home to a variety of rural settlement patterns. This vast alluvial plain, stretching across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and parts of Haryana and Jharkhand, is characterized by rich agricultural land, numerous river systems, and a long history of…
Introduction Water is one of the most essential resources for sustaining life on Earth. However, despite covering approximately 71% of the planet’s surface, freshwater availability is extremely limited. The water crisis has emerged as a global challenge due to factors such as population growth, climate change, pollution, and unsustainable water use. Water scarcity not only…
Introduction The Vedic literature, one of the oldest repositories of human knowledge, provides invaluable insights into the geography of ancient India. The four Vedas—Rigveda, Yajurveda, Samaveda, and Atharvaveda—along with associated texts like the Brahmanas, Aranyakas, and Upanishads, mention various rivers, mountains, forests, and regions, offering a glimpse into the geographical landscape of the Vedic era….
Introduction The global environment is undergoing rapid and unprecedented changes due to factors such as climate change, pollution, deforestation, industrialization, and unsustainable resource exploitation. These changes have far-reaching consequences for ecosystems, human societies, and economies. While technological advancements and globalization have improved living standards, they have also contributed to environmental degradation. This essay explores the…