When it comes to the most prestigious exam in the country, the Civil Service Exam, all aspirants understand the necessity of reading NCERT textbooks. However, many aspirants are unsure about which NCERTs must be covered and which may be skipped. It is usually recommended to go through the NCERTs for classes ranging from 6th to 12th to clear the basics and lay a solid foundation, especially in Geography. However, if you are short on time, you can read the important chapters and skip others. This article will provide you an overview of the major chapters of the Geography NCERTs from classes 6th to 12th, and we assure you will not miss anything vital in your UPSC preparation of Geography, if you merely study these chapters.
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Why are NCERTs important for UPSC?
Have you given a thought as to why it is not recommended to study different books like State-level school books and others, for the preparation of the exam? The reasons are:
- The language of NCERT Books has been greatly simplified for your convenience. NCERT texts, which are school textbooks, are written in a very straightforward and lucid manner.
- NCERT books are developed and released after extensive investigation by well-known experts in the subject. NCERT books are a reliable source of knowledge because the content is given by government agencies and institutes.
- They are standard texts for all examinations, and the questions included inside them are also reputable.
- These books are well-structured and cover a wide range of subjects. Unlike many other publications, they begin with the basics and progress to a higher level. So, if you want to brush up on your concepts, NCERT is the way to go.
- In general, new NCERT books for geography are advised.
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Strategy of Reading Geography NCERTs for UPSC
Follow the following strategy while you start reading the NCERTs:
- First reading: First reading is a basic reading, similar to reading a novel; one should gain a sense of the content while reading.
- Second Reading: Conscious effort should be made in the second reading to grasp what has already been read. You will discover new stuff that you overlooked in the first round. While reading, spend 10–20% of your time thinking and reflecting. In the book itself, highlight and make small indications. This will aid in developing a thorough understanding of the topics necessary.
- Synopsis: This is the final and most essential step, in which you should write a 5–8 page synopsis based on your knowledge of the topics studied. This should apply to all NCERTs.
- Others– After each chapter, there are information boxes or maps or diagrams in the NCERTs. These are essential for a UPSC aspirant. This area allows you to ask questions and create a timeline for yourself. Along with NCERT, don’t forget to look over the Past Year’s UPSC papers; you’ll be amazed at how many questions are based on extremely simple ideas.
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Important chapters of the Geography NCERTs
If you have less time you can read the important chapters of NCERTs to prepare well for covering the entire geography. The chapter wise detail is given below:
| Class | NCERT | Total Chapters | Important Chapters |
| 6th | The Earth Our Habitat – Textbook Social Science | Chapter 1 – The Earth in the Solar System
Chapter 2 – Globe Latitudes and Longitudes Chapter 3 – Motions of the Earth Chapter 4 – Maps Chapter 5 – Major Domains of the Earth Chapter 6 – Major Landforms of the Earth Chapter 7 – Our Country India Chapter 8 – India Climate Vegetation and Wildlife |
Chapter 1-The Earth in the Solar System
Chapter-2 Globe : Latitudes and Longitude Chapter-8 India : Climate, Vegetation and Wildlife |
| 7th | Our Environment – Textbook for Geography | Chapter 1- Environment
Chapter-2 Inside Our Earth Chapter-3 Our Changing Earth Chapter-4 Air Chapter-5 Water Chapter-6 Natural Vegetation and Wildlife Chapter-7 Human Environment – Settlement, Transport and Communication Chapter-8 Human Environment Interactions- The Tropical and the Subtropical Region Chapter-9 Life in the Deserts |
Chapter-2 Inside Our Earth
Chapter-6 Natural Vegetation and Wildlife Chapter-8 Human Environment Interactions- The Tropical and the Subtropical Region Chapter-9 Life in the Deserts |
| 8th | Resources and Development- Textbook in Geography | Chapter-1 Resources
Chapter-2 Land, Soil, Water, Natural Vegetation and Wildlife Resources Chapter-3 Mineral and Power Resources Chapter-4 Agriculture Chapter-5 Industries Chapter-6 Human Resources |
Chapter-1 Resources
Chapter-2 Land, Soil, Water, Natural Vegetation and Wildlife Resources Chapter-3 Mineral and Power Resources |
| 9th | Resources and Development Textbook in Geography | Chapter-1 India- Size, and Location
Chapter-2 Physical Features of India Chapter-3 Drainage Chapter-4 Climate Chapter-5 Natural Vegetation and Wildlife Chapter-6 Population |
Chapter-1 India- Size, and Location
Chapter-2 Physical Features of India Chapter-3 Drainage Chapter-4 Climate |
| 10th | Contemporary India Part – 2 Textbook in Geography | Chapter 1: Resources and Development
Chapter 2: Forest and Wildlife Resources Chapter 3: Water Resources Chapter 4: Agriculture Chapter 5: Minerals and Energy Resources Chapter 6: Manufacturing Industries Chapter 7: Lifelines of National Economy |
Chapter 4: Agriculture
Chapter 5: Minerals and Energy Resources Chapter 6: Manufacturing Industries |
| Note- Books for Class 11 and 12 need to be covered thoroughly, but you can pay special attention to the following important chapters. | |||
| 11th | Fundamentals of Physical Geography | UNIT I: GEOGRAPHY AS A DISCIPLINE
1.Geography as a Discipline
UNIT II: THE EARTH 2. The Origin and Evolution of the Earth 3. Interior of the Earth 4. Distribution of Oceans and Continents
UNIT III: LANDFORMS 5. Minerals and Rocks 6. Geomorphic Processes 7. Landforms and their Evolution
UNIT IV: CLIMATE 8. Composition and Structure of Atmosphere 9. Solar Radiation, Heat Balance and Temperature 10. Atmospheric Circulation and Weather Systems 11. Water in the Atmosphere 12. World Climate and Climate Change
UNIT V: WATER (OCEANS) 13. Water (Oceans) 14. Movements of Ocean Water
UNIT VI: LIFE ON THE EARTH 15. Life on the Earth 16. Biodiversity and Conservation |
UNIT II: The Earth
UNIT III: Landforms
UNIT IV: Climate
UNIT V: Water (Oceans) |
| India Physical Environment | UNIT I : INTRODUCTION
1. India — Location
UNIT II : PHYSIOGRAPHY 2. Structure and Physiography 3. Drainage System
UNIT III : CLIMATE, VEGETATION AND SOIL 4. Climate 5. Natural Vegetation 6. Soils
UNIT IV : NATURAL HAZARDS AND DISASTERS: CAUSES, CONSEQUENCES AND MANAGEMENT 7. Natural Hazards and Disasters |
UNIT II- Physiography
UNIT III- Climate, Vegetation and Soil
UNIT IV- NAtural Hazards and disasters: Causes, Consequences and Management |
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| 12th | Fundamentals of Human Geography | UNIT I
1. Human Geography Nature and Scope UNIT II 2. The World Population Distribution, Density and Growth 3. Population Composition 4. Human Development
UNIT III 5. Primary Activities 6. Secondary Activities 7. Tertiary and Quaternary Activities 8. Transport and Communication 9. International Trade
UNIT IV 10. Human Settlements |
UNIT II
2. The World Population Distribution, Density and Growth
UNIT III 5. Primary Activities 6. Secondary Activities
UNIT IV 10. Human Settlements |
| India People and Economy | Unit I
1. Population : Distribution, Density, Growth and Composition 2. Migration : Types, Causes and Consequences 3. Human Development
Unit II 4. Human Settlements Unit III 5. Land Resources and Agriculture 6. Water Resources 7. Mineral and Energy Resources 8. Manufacturing Industries 9. Planning and Sustainable Development in Indian Context
Unit IV 10. Transport and Communication 11. International Trade Unit V 12. Geographical Perspective on Selected Issues and Problems |
Unit I
1. Population : Distribution, Density, Growth and Composition
Unit II 5. Land Resources and Agriculture 7. Mineral and Energy Resources 8. Manufacturing Industries
Unit IV 11. International Trade |
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This blog covers all of the important Geography topics for the Civil Services Exam, including Indian and World Geography, that needs to be done. Candidates should utilise this information in combination with the Geography Notes for UPSC Examination to study the whole UPSC Geography syllabus.
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