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Which ocean is NOT covered in the study of Bottom Relief in Oceanography?
Which ocean is NOT covered in the study of Bottom Relief in Oceanography?
- Indian Ocean
- Arctic Ocean (correct)
- Atlantic Ocean
- Pacific Ocean
What is the primary purpose of a T-S Diagram in Oceanography?
What is the primary purpose of a T-S Diagram in Oceanography?
- To visualize the movement of ocean currents
- To analyze temperature and salinity distribution (correct)
- To display types of ocean deposits
- To outline different coral reef types
Which method is NOT a measure of central tendency?
Which method is NOT a measure of central tendency?
- Mode
- Mean
- Standard Deviation (correct)
- Median
What does the 'Coefficient of Variation' measure in statistics?
What does the 'Coefficient of Variation' measure in statistics?
Which type of correlation measures the strength of a relationship between ranked data?
Which type of correlation measures the strength of a relationship between ranked data?
Which ocean deposit formation theory is associated with Darwin?
Which ocean deposit formation theory is associated with Darwin?
Which of the following is a method of data tabulation in geography?
Which of the following is a method of data tabulation in geography?
Which statistical measurement indicates the average squared deviation from the mean?
Which statistical measurement indicates the average squared deviation from the mean?
What is primarily covered in Unit I of the course?
What is primarily covered in Unit I of the course?
Which of the following subjects is dealt with in Unit IV?
Which of the following subjects is dealt with in Unit IV?
Which reading discusses the geographical perspective on natural resource use?
Which reading discusses the geographical perspective on natural resource use?
What is included in the practical project of Unit V?
What is included in the practical project of Unit V?
Which author is associated with the book 'India: A Regional Geography'?
Which author is associated with the book 'India: A Regional Geography'?
Which unit focuses on the distribution and utilization of water resources?
Which unit focuses on the distribution and utilization of water resources?
Which of the following is NOT a focus area in the course?
Which of the following is NOT a focus area in the course?
Which unit discusses the functional classification of cities?
Which unit discusses the functional classification of cities?
What was the primary focus of the Earth Summit held in 1992?
What was the primary focus of the Earth Summit held in 1992?
Which act aims to control water pollution in India?
Which act aims to control water pollution in India?
What type of planning region categorizes areas based on function?
What type of planning region categorizes areas based on function?
Which model is associated with the development theory known as growth pole?
Which model is associated with the development theory known as growth pole?
The National Environmental Tribunal Act was established primarily to address issues related to:
The National Environmental Tribunal Act was established primarily to address issues related to:
What is a key characteristic of an ideal planning region?
What is a key characteristic of an ideal planning region?
The Human Development Index is used to measure which of the following?
The Human Development Index is used to measure which of the following?
Which textbook focuses specifically on environmental science as it pertains to human interaction?
Which textbook focuses specifically on environmental science as it pertains to human interaction?
What is a significant aspect of India's economic geography related to agricultural production?
What is a significant aspect of India's economic geography related to agricultural production?
Which mineral resources are specifically mentioned in the economic geography of Odisha?
Which mineral resources are specifically mentioned in the economic geography of Odisha?
What is covered under the climatic study unit in Climatology?
What is covered under the climatic study unit in Climatology?
In the Geography of India course, what is a key focus regarding population distribution?
In the Geography of India course, what is a key focus regarding population distribution?
Which of the following is a practical component in the Geography of Odisha course?
Which of the following is a practical component in the Geography of Odisha course?
Which of the following groups of agricultural products is highlighted in Odisha's Geography?
Which of the following groups of agricultural products is highlighted in Odisha's Geography?
What transportation modes are included in the study of transport in India?
What transportation modes are included in the study of transport in India?
What aspect of Odisha's social geography is examined in the curriculum?
What aspect of Odisha's social geography is examined in the curriculum?
What is the primary focus of Unit IV in the Human Geography course?
What is the primary focus of Unit IV in the Human Geography course?
Which textbook primarily deals with Population Geography as featured in the reading list?
Which textbook primarily deals with Population Geography as featured in the reading list?
What theme does Unit II of the Human Geography course primarily address?
What theme does Unit II of the Human Geography course primarily address?
In which unit would you study demographic transition theory?
In which unit would you study demographic transition theory?
Which author is associated with the book 'The Dictionary of Human Geography'?
Which author is associated with the book 'The Dictionary of Human Geography'?
What is one of the components under study in Unit V regarding settlements?
What is one of the components under study in Unit V regarding settlements?
Which book authored by Gupta L.S. relates to atmospheric sciences?
Which book authored by Gupta L.S. relates to atmospheric sciences?
What aspect of human geography is highlighted through interaction with a community in the project component?
What aspect of human geography is highlighted through interaction with a community in the project component?
Study Notes
Oceanography
- Bottom Relief of Ocean - Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans
- Ocean Temperature and Salinity - Determinants and distribution
- T-S Diagram - Relationship between Temperature and Salinity
- Ocean Water Movement - Waves, Currents (Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian)
- Tides - Types and Theories
- Ocean Deposits - Types and Distribution
- Coral Reefs - Types and Theory of Origin (Darwin and Dana, Louis Agassiz)
Statistical Methods in Geography
- Geographical Data Matrix - Organizing geographic data
- Tapes and Sources of Data - Methods and origins of data
- Scales of Measurement
- Nominal - Categorical data
- Ordinal - Ranked data
- Interval - Measured data with equal intervals
- Ratio - Measured data with a true zero point
- Tabulation and Descriptive Statistics - Frequencies, Distribution, Central Tendency (Mean, Median, Mode)
- Measures of Dispersion - Mean Deviation, Standard Deviation, Variance, Coefficient of Variation
- Measures of Association and Correlation - Rank Correlation, Product Moment Correlation, Simple Linear Regression
Environmental Geography
- Environmental Pollution - Water and Air
- Environmental Programmes and Policies - Global & National Programs and Policies
- Spaceship Earth Concept
- Earth Summit 1992
- Wildlife Act of India 1972
- Water Pollution Control Act of India 1974
- National Environmental Tribunal - 1995 of India
Regional Planning and Development
- Definition of Region - Concept and types
- Evolution and Types of Regional planning - Formal, Functional, and Planning Regions
- Need for Regional Planning - Considerations and rationale
- Characteristics of an Ideal Planning Region
- Delineation of Planning Region - Approaches and Methods, Planning Regions of India
- Theories and Models for Regional Planning
- Growth Pole Model of Perroux
- Myrdal
- Hirschman
- Rostow
- Policies and Programs for Rural and Regional Development Planning in India - Concept of Human Development Index
Resource Geography
- Natural Resource - Concept, Classification, and Techniques
- Distribution and Utilization of Land Resource - Various uses and management
- Water Resource - Distribution and Utilization
- Forest Resource - Distribution and Utilization
- Energy Resource - Distribution and Utilization
- Problem and Management of Land Resources - Challenges and solutions
- Problem and Management of Water Resources - Challenges and solutions
- Problem and Management of Forest Resources - Challenges and solutions
- Problem and Management of Energy Resources - Challenges and solutions
- Appraisal and Conservation of Natural Resources - Water, Forest, and Land
Urban Geography
- Urban Geography - Introduction, Nature, Scope, History of Urbanization, Urban Morphology
- Trends and Patterns of Urbanization - Developed and Developing Countries, Christaller Theory
- Functional Classification of Cities - Quantitative and Qualitative Methods, Umland, Morphology of Urban Settlement, Urban Sphere of Influence
Geography of India
- Physical Geography - Physiographic Divisions, Soil, Vegetation, Climate (characteristics and classification)
- Population - Distribution and Growth, Structure
- Economic Geography
- Mineral and power resources
- Distribution and Utilization of Iron Ore, Coal, Petroleum, Gas
- Agricultural Production and Distribution of Rice and Wheat
- Industrial Development - Automobile and Information Technology
- Mineral and power resources
- Social Geography - Distribution of population by Race, Caste, Religion, Language, Tribes
- Transport in India - Road, Rail and Airways
Geography of Odisha
- Physiographic of Odisha - Landforms and features
- Drainage - River systems
- Climate - Temperature, rainfall, and other climatic variables
- Soil - Different types and distribution
- Natural Vegetation - Plant life
- Agriculture
- Production and Distribution of Rice, Pulses, Oil seeds
- Agricultural Problems and Prospects
- Minerals and Power Recourses
- Distribution of Iron Ore, Bauxite, Coal
- Iron and steel industry, Aluminum Industry, Cotton Textile
- Population - Distribution and Growth
- Transport - Roadways & Railways
Climatology
- Atmospheric Composition and Structure
- Variation with Altitude, Latitude, and Season
- Climate Change - Major trends
Human Geography
- Defining Human Geography - Nature, Scope, and Contemporary Relevance
- Space - Cultural Regions
- Society - Race, Religion, and Language of World
- Population - Population Growth and Distribution, Population Composition, Demographic Transition Theory
- Settlements - Types of Rural Settlements, Types of Urban Settlements, Trends and Patterns of World Urbanization
Population Geography
- Defining the Field - Nature and Scope
- Sources of Data - Census, Vital Statistics, and NSS with special reference to India
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Explore the fundamental concepts of oceanography, including ocean relief, temperature, salinity, and currents, as well as the fascinating world of coral reefs. Additionally, dive into statistical methods used in geography, from organizing geographic data to understanding scales of measurement and descriptive statistics.
