NCERT Compendium for UPSC - INDIAN & WORLD GEOGRAPHY | Comprehensive coverage of both Old and New NCERTs from Class 6th to 12th | One stop solution for UPSC and State PSCs | by USPC toppers | 2025 Exams

About the Book

McGraw Hill presents the 1st edition of NCERT COMPENDIUM - INDIAN & WORLD GEOGRAPHY, authored by Sumesh Chahal, Animesh Pradhan, Virupaksh Singh and Shubham Jain. This book offers a comprehensive study of Indian and the World Geography, drawing upon the rich resources provided by the NCERT. It is designed specifically for UPSC and State PSCs aspirants. The content is presented in a lucid and accessible manner, making complex geographical concepts understandable to the aspirants of all backgrounds. Each chapter is accompanied by clear explanations, illustrative diagrams, and maps, facilitating effective learning and retention.

Salient Features

🌍 One stop solution for understanding the basic concepts as it is a compilation of NCERTs from Class VI-XII.

🌍 This book offers a comprehensive understanding of Indian and World Geography.

🌍 Various geographical processes explained through appropriate diagrams, flowcharts, and images.

🌍 Devotes significant attention to Indian Geography.

🌍 Addresses gaps in NCERT’s coverage and offers additional information.

NCERT Compendium Series

Book 1 - NCERT Compendium Indian and World Geography

Book 2 - NCERT Compendium Indian and World History

Book 3 - NCERT Compendium Indian Economy

Book 4 - NCERT Compendium Indian Polity 

Book 5 - NCERT Compendium Science and Environment

Book 6 - NCERT Compendium Indian Society

Table of Contents

Unit 1 The Origin and Evolution of the Earth

Unit 2 Globe: Latitudes and Longitude

Unit 3 Distribution of Oceans and Continents

Unit 4 Minerals and Rocks

Unit 5 Geomorphic Processes

Unit 6 Soil

Unit 7 Major Landforms of the Earth

Unit 8 Physical Features of India

Unit 9 Drainage

Unit 10 Composition and Structure of Atmosphere

Unit 11 Solar Radiation, Heat Balance, and Temperature

Unit 12 Atmospheric Circulation and Weather Systems

Unit 13 Water in the Atmosphere

Unit 14 World Climate and Climate Change

Unit 15 Climate of India

Unit 16 Water (Oceans)

Unit 17 Movements of Ocean Water

Unit 18 Life on the Earth

Unit 19 Natural Vegetation and Wildlife of India and the World

Unit 20 Human-Environment Interactions

Unit 21 Biodiversity and Conservation

Unit 22 Population of India and the World

Unit 23 Human Settlements

Unit 24 Resources in India

Unit 25 Water Resources

Unit 26 Minerals and Energy Resources of India and the World

Unit 27 Primary Activities

Unit 28 Secondary Activities

Unit 29 Tertiary and Quaternary Activities

Unit 30 Transport and Communication in India and the World

Unit 31 International Trade

Unit 32 Migration in Indian Context

Unit 33 Human Development

Unit 34 Planning and Sustainable Development in Indian Context

Unit 35 Natural Hazards and Disasters

Unit 36 Human Geography