How to make geography notes for UPSC?
The syllabus for Geography in the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) Civil Services Examination consists of both Preliminary and Main examination components. Geography syllabus for UPSC:
Preliminary Examination:
Paper-I:
1. Physical Geography
- Earth and its structure
- Landforms and their formation
- Climate and Weather
- Environmental Geography
- Biotic and Abiotic Resources
2. Human Geography
- Population and its related issues
- Migration
- Human Development
- Human Settlements
3. Economic Geography
- Agriculture
- Industry
- Services
- Transport and Communication
4. Environmental Geography
- Ecology and Ecosystems
- Environmental Pollution and Degradation
- Conservation and Sustainable Development
Main Examination:
Paper-I:
1. Principles of Geography
- Physical Geography and Human Geography
2. Regional Development and Planning
- Concept of Region
- Regional Development and Planning
Paper-II:
1. Geography of India
- Physical Setting
- Resources
- Agriculture and Industry
- Transport and Communication
- Cultural Settings
2. Geography of the World
- Distribution of Key Natural Resources
- Industries and Trade
Aspirants are advised to check the official UPSC website for the most recent and detailed syllabus. Additionally, the UPSC syllabus for the Civil Services Examination also includes General Studies papers, Essays, and an optional subject, and candidates may choose Geography as their optional subject.
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