Diego Garcia Island and Chagos Archipelago
Diego Garcia Island – Location: Largest island in the Chagos Archipelago, situated in the central Indian Ocean, part of the
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GEOGRAPHY
The Coriolis force
The Coriolis force is an apparent force that arises from the rotation of the Earth, affecting the motion of objects
Read MoreHow does terrestrial radiation compare to solar radiation in heating of the atmosphere
The heating of the atmosphere is a complex interplay between incoming solar radiation and outgoing terrestrial radiation. Here’s a detailed
Read MoreThe Four Spheres of The Earth
Understanding the Four Spheres of Earth: Characteristics, Composition, and Range The Earth is a complex system that can be divided
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Rossby Waves
– Rossby waves are large-scale atmospheric and oceanic waves that propagate westward in the mid-latitudes. – They are a result
Read More1. India: General Introduction
Location of India: Located latitudinally in the Northern Hemisphere and longitudinally in the Eastern Hemisphere. Latitudinal expanse- from 60
Read MoreUnderstanding Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs): Causes, Consequences, and Mitigation
Context: Glacial Lake Outburst Floods in Sikkim, more than 30 people died and more than 70 people are missing; GLOF
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Sariska Tiger Reserve
Context: Recently, a massive fire broke out inside the Sariska Tiger Reserve (Rajasthan). The fire spread and destroyed around 10 sq
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Earth Hour
Context: Every year on 26th March, people around the planet take an hour off electricity by switching off their lights at
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PACER Initiative- Polar Science and Cryosphere scheme
Context: Recently, the Polar Science and Cryosphere (PACER) scheme has been approved for continuation by the Union Cabinet from 2021 to 2026. About
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