Introduction Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala’s capital, has a rich history of pioneering urban design and public transport. Once the modern capital of the princely state of Travancore, it was synonymous with progressive infrastructure—ranging from technology-driven higher education and early electrification to piped …
Introduction In the wake of hunger, ecological exploitation, and cultural alienation, a potent literary movement emerged in Odia literature. Writers began to reclaim a language deeply rooted in nature while chronicling the devastation of nature and the plight of human …
Introduction Lake Manzala, in northern Egypt, has long served as a natural buffer and biodiversity hotspot along the Mediterranean. Historically covering 1,709 km², it has shrunk due to land encroachment, aquaculture, and untreated wastewater. In 2017, dredging began to remove …
On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight AI171 tragically crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. In this video, we unpack the incident through the lens of Geography Optional for UPSC—exploring spatial patterns, climate influences, urban …
🌊 Dabla Lake Restoration 🌊 Discover the remarkable journey of Dabla Lake, once a barren waterbody in Rajasthan’s Bikaner district, now restored into a rich wetland ecosystem. Through community participation, native tree plantation, and careful water management, this project has …
Meghalaya witnessed devastating flash floods and storms, affecting 86 villages across 10 districts. The Meghalaya State Disaster Management Authority (MSDMA) confirmed six deaths, displacement of thousands, and extensive damage to homes, roads, and infrastructure. 🔍 Key Insights: ✅ Physiography: Rugged …
India’s GHG emissions have been steadily rising since 2011, with a significant 5.5% decline in 2020 due to COVID-19. However, post-pandemic recovery has led to a sharp increase, with India contributing 7.8% of global emissions in 2023, the highest level …
Oceans as an Indicator: Climate Change and Marine Ecosystem Shifts (CivilPrep.in) Opening Scene “Oceans cover over 70% of our planet. But did you know that in the last 20 years, over 56% of global oceans have changed color due to …
WORLD SOCIAL REPORT 2025 | POPULATION AS SOCIAL CAPITAL How does population serve as social capital? This report by UN DESA & UNU-WIDER highlights global inequality, economic insecurity, and social trust decline—shaping our future. Key Themes: 1. Social capital beyond …
Case Study 1: The McMahon Line – India-China Border Dispute Theories and Perspectives Applied to International Boundaries: Models/Theories/Laws Applied: Recent Data: Spatial Variation: Temporal Variation: Source: Insight: The India-China border dispute validates Uti Possidetis Juris, emphasizing the role of colonial …
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