PPT: Resources | Geography for UPSC CSE PDF Download

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R e s o u r c e s
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R e s o u r c e s
Introduction to Resources
Resources are materials or substances found in the environment that are 
useful to humans. They form the foundation of economic development and 
human survival.
C l a s s i f i c a t i o n
Natural resources (renewable & non-renewable)
Human-made resources
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R e s o u r c e s
Introduction to Resources
Resources are materials or substances found in the environment that are 
useful to humans. They form the foundation of economic development and 
human survival.
C l a s s i f i c a t i o n
Natural resources (renewable & non-renewable)
Human-made resources
Types of Resources
Natural Resources
Air, water, soil, minerals
Forests and wildlife
Human-made Resources
Infrastructure, machinery
Technology, buildings
Classification of Natural Resources
R e n e w a b l e : Forests, water, solar energy
N o n - r e n e w a b l e : Coal, petroleum, minerals
P e r p e tu a l : Sunlight, wind
Natural resources form the foundation of human civilization, providing essential materials for 
survival and development.
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R e s o u r c e s
Introduction to Resources
Resources are materials or substances found in the environment that are 
useful to humans. They form the foundation of economic development and 
human survival.
C l a s s i f i c a t i o n
Natural resources (renewable & non-renewable)
Human-made resources
Types of Resources
Natural Resources
Air, water, soil, minerals
Forests and wildlife
Human-made Resources
Infrastructure, machinery
Technology, buildings
Classification of Natural Resources
R e n e w a b l e : Forests, water, solar energy
N o n - r e n e w a b l e : Coal, petroleum, minerals
P e r p e tu a l : Sunlight, wind
Natural resources form the foundation of human civilization, providing essential materials for 
survival and development.
Land Resources
Types of Land
Arable land, forest land, pasture land, and barren land form India's 
diverse landscape.
Land Use Patterns
India's land is primarily used for agriculture (52%), followed by 
forests (23%), with increasing urbanization.
Critical Issues
Land degradation affects 96.4 million hectares in India. 
Desertification and soil erosion threaten food security.
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R e s o u r c e s
Introduction to Resources
Resources are materials or substances found in the environment that are 
useful to humans. They form the foundation of economic development and 
human survival.
C l a s s i f i c a t i o n
Natural resources (renewable & non-renewable)
Human-made resources
Types of Resources
Natural Resources
Air, water, soil, minerals
Forests and wildlife
Human-made Resources
Infrastructure, machinery
Technology, buildings
Classification of Natural Resources
R e n e w a b l e : Forests, water, solar energy
N o n - r e n e w a b l e : Coal, petroleum, minerals
P e r p e tu a l : Sunlight, wind
Natural resources form the foundation of human civilization, providing essential materials for 
survival and development.
Land Resources
Types of Land
Arable land, forest land, pasture land, and barren land form India's 
diverse landscape.
Land Use Patterns
India's land is primarily used for agriculture (52%), followed by 
forests (23%), with increasing urbanization.
Critical Issues
Land degradation affects 96.4 million hectares in India. 
Desertification and soil erosion threaten food security.
Water Resources
Water is one of India's most critical resources, with the country 
holding only 4% of the world's freshwater but supporting 18% of 
global population.
Major Sources
Surface Water
Rivers, lakes, ponds, and glaciers constitute 18% of India's 
water resources.
Groundwater
Aquifers and wells provide 82% of India's water supply. Rapidly 
depleting in many regions.
Water Management Initiatives: Jal Shakti Abhiyan, National Water 
Mission, Inter-linking of Rivers Project