Early Theories on the Origin of the Earth
- Mythological Theories: Many ancient cultures had mythological explanations for the origin of the Earth, often involving gods or other supernatural beings creating the world.
- Philosophical Theories: Early philosophers like Aristotle and Plato proposed ideas on the origin of the Earth, suggesting that the Earth was eternal and unchanging.
- Religious Theories: Various religious texts from different traditions have accounts of how the Earth was created, such as the Genesis creation story in the Bible.
- Scientific Theories: Early scientific theories on the origin of the Earth included catastrophism (natural disasters shaping the Earth) and uniformitarianism (gradual processes shaping the Earth).

Contrast from NCERT book
The NCERT book on Earth science would provide a more detailed and scientifically accurate explanation of the origin of the Earth, focusing on concepts like the Big Bang theory, planetary formation, and geological processes. It would present evidence and data supporting these theories, as opposed to the more speculative and mythological nature of early theories. The NCERT book would also discuss the contributions of famous scientists like Copernicus, Galileo, and Newton in shaping our understanding of the Earth's origins, highlighting the importance of observation, experimentation, and critical thinking in scientific inquiry.