Subject 02 · Pragnya IAS
Physical Geography Maps for UPSC & Geography Optional
Explore a living planet: tectonic margins, atmosphere, ocean circulation and world landscapes through maps and 3D study.
Physical geography maps explain spatial processes rather than just place names. Compare plate margins, circulation and ocean contrasts, then practise a labelled sketch and a short explanation. The 3D overlays are conceptual, not measured thematic fields.
Earth systems & tectonics
Atmosphere & climate
Oceans & marine processes
Sea-surface temperature & ocean contrasts map study
Study notes · Map task · 3 MCQs · 3D Earth→07Ocean salinity: evaporation, rain & rivers map study
Study notes · Map task · 3 MCQs · 3D Earth→08World ocean currents map: warm and cold currents
Study notes · Map task · 3 MCQs · 3D Earth→09Where warm & cold currents meet map study
Study notes · Map task · 3 MCQs · 3D Earth→Living landscapes
Globe & spatial reasoning
World waters & landscapes
Coverage of this collection
All 15 indexed chapters in the 52-page Physical Geography reference are covered, including the final Amazon study material. Each has four original study notes, a map activity, three explained questions and a real-colour 3D Earth view. Thematic overlays and the subduction cross-section are labelled conceptual, not measured datasets. Source artwork, advertisements and personal watermarks are not republished; geographic references retain their credits.