GEOGRAPHY 2013  (English, Paperback, Rajiv Ahir)

Geography explains all concepts of geography concisely and is recommended for those choosing geography as an option for the Civil Services Mains Examinations.

Summary Of The Book

Rajiv Ahir’s Geography contains detailed explanations of all topics in the geography of the world, with special attention to the geography of India.

Along with clear and concise explanations of all topics in the Geography syllabus of the Civil Services Mains examination, this book provides additional help in the abundance of charts and diagrams, making every fact and figure extremely clear to the student. Many case studies are presented to clarify every single fact. The book is also updated to include the latest geographical facts and figures.

Rajiv Ahir’s Geography presents ample discussion on all topics included in the Geography syllabus of the UPSC examination. This includes topics such as Climatology, Human Geography, and Environmental Geography. Topics on India include Physical Aspects, Agriculture, and Transport and Trade. The book also includes a section on Contemporary Issues.

The depth of knowledge of the book proves that a lot of research had to be done to compile the range of information that this book provides. All the research has been tabulated and presented in the detailed appendices at the end of the book.

Rajiv Ahir’s Geography is presented in a logical and systematic manner. The language is simple and easy to understand and the flow of arguments in each chapter is precise and easy to follow. New topics, which are anticipated in future Civil Services Mains exams in Geography, are already included in the book, after thorough research.

The Civil Service Examinations are conducted by the Union Public Service Commission for training and recruitment to various Civil Services of the Government of India including the Indian Administrative Services (IAS), Indian Forest Services (IFS), Indian Revenue Services (IRS) Indian Police Services (IPS) and others. The exam consists of three parts, preliminaries, mains and personal interview. The Mains examination consists of nine papers, out of which two are for qualifying and seven are for deciding the rank of the selected candidate. For papers 6 and 7 of the Mains examination, candidates have to select one out of available subjects.

Rajiv Ahir’s Geography is useful not only for candidates appearing for the Civil services Mains examination in Geography, but also for numerous other competitive exams. It is also a good book if one is interested in building their knowledge of World and Indian Geography.

About Rajiv Ahir

Rajiv Ahir’s other book is A Brief History of Modern India.