Syllabus for Banking Exams - Indian Geography1. Introduction to Indian Geography
- Physical features of India
- Climate and weather patterns
- Natural resources and their distribution
- Population and demographic characteristics
2. Physical Geography of India
- Major mountain ranges (Himalayas, Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats)
- Rivers and their tributaries (Ganges, Brahmaputra, Yamuna, Godavari, Krishna)
- Plateaus and plains (Deccan Plateau, Indo-Gangetic Plains)
- Coastal regions and their features
3. Climate and Weather Patterns
- Monsoon and its impact on India
- Seasons and their characteristics
- Extreme weather events (cyclones, droughts, floods)
- Climate zones and their distribution in India
4. Natural Resources and their Distribution
- Minerals and their locations (coal, iron ore, bauxite, manganese, limestone)
- Energy resources (coal, natural gas, oil, hydroelectric power)
- Agricultural resources (fertile soils, irrigation facilities)
- Forest resources and their conservation
5. Population and Demographic Characteristics
- Population distribution and density
- Population growth and trends
- Urbanization and its impact
- Age structure and sex ratio
- Literacy and education levels
6. Indian States and Union Territories
- Geographical location and key features of each state and UT
- State capitals and major cities
- Famous tourist attractions and landmarks
- Cultural and historical significance
7. Current Affairs related to Indian Geography
- Recent developments and initiatives in geographical conservation and preservation
- Government schemes and policies related to land and resource management
- Environmental issues and their impact on geographical features
- International collaborations and agreements related to Indian geography
8. Practice and Preparation
- Previous year question papers and mock tests
- Map-based questions and identification of geographical features
- Study materials and reference books for Indian geography
- Regular revision and self-assessment
Note: The syllabus mentioned above is a general outline and may vary slightly depending on the specific banking exam. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification and exam pattern provided by the conducting authority for detailed and updated syllabus information.
This course is helpful for the following exams: Banking Exams, SSC CGL