GEOGRAPHY of INDIA BY Majid Husain

GEOGRAPHY of INDIA 8 EDITION

Published first in 2008, Geography of India, is written mainly for the candidates preparing for
Competitive Examinations. It has become increasingly popular with each revised edition. This
book is an established manual and the bestseller in the segment. It is a widely read reference
book that deals with the relevant topics of the India’s Geographical landscape in a systematic and
comprehensive manner. Updated current events and statistics form a major part of this edition
Varied topics covered are the resources of India, different types of irrigation, cropping patterns,
transport and public distribution system and food security, disasters and Government initiatives
It is also being increasingly referred by the graduates and postgraduates of the subject and by the
researchers and academicians
Salient Features:
Based on UPSC syllabus, strong in theoretical concepts, supplemented with original maps
and diagrams
New-Content presentation supports mind maps, flow charts, tables and statistical
techniques for better retention
New-Topic on biodiversity, ecotourism, fossil parks and geological heritage sites/national
geological monuments
New – Includes cartonization and details on Indian deserts, Government initiatives in
renewable energy and oil industry, power sector and crude oil production
New – Coverage on analysis of soil degradation in India along with the Government
schemes and projects to control land degradation and soil improvement
New-Topic on National New Mineral Policy 2019, Government policies in dairy
enhancement, textile development, fertilizer industry and drugs
New-Updates on India’s general land use, wasteland and degraded lands, agriculture
policy, land reforms, Government schemes and innovations in agriculture, production and
share of various horticulture crops in India
New – Coverage on agreements and projects on roadways ship recycling, aviation, traffic
accidents; Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP) and updates on Metro
extensions in Project Phase 111

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