Geography of India

Book Details

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Author: Ranjit Tirtha

• Language: English

• Edition: 2nd

• ISBN: 8170336007

• Pages: 440

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.8 x 1.0 inches

About the Book

This extensively revised and updated second edition of Geography of India presents a comprehensive exploration of the geographical factors shaping India’s physical, economic, cultural, and political landscapes. With an engaging and reader-friendly approach, the book delves into the physical environment, historical background, population dynamics, mineral and industrial resources, urbanization trends, ethnic diversity, cultural richness, and regional divisions of contemporary India.

Designed to serve not just as a geography textbook but also as a valuable general reference, it caters to students of South Asian Studies and anyone interested in understanding India’s evolving socio-economic and environmental realities. Drawing on a wealth of recent data, the author provides deep insights into India’s developmental processes—ranging from urban growth and agricultural advancements to industrial expansion, planning, and foreign trade.

The contents are systematically arranged, covering:

• Perspective: Size, Status, and Location

• Physical Environment and Historical Setting

• Society’s Geographical Basis: Cultural Patterns, Population, Rural India, Urbanization, Political Geography

• Resources & Economic Development: Agriculture, Minerals, Industries, Communication, Transport, and Trade

• Regional Divisions: The Himalayas, The Northern Plains, The Peninsula, The Coasts, and Islands

• Epilogue: Emerging India — An Assessment

Supported by clear maps and highly readable prose, this edition offers both academic depth and general accessibility. As noted by eminent scholars, it stands as an excellent modern introduction to India’s geography, enriched with perspectives that blend scholarly rigor with cultural authenticity.

About the Author:
Ranjit Tirtha, Professor Emeritus of Geography at Eastern Michigan University, USA, has been teaching Geography in India and the United States since 1958. He has authored several significant works, including Society and Development in Contemporary India, The Science of Maps (Hindi), and An Economic Geography of India (Hindi). His expertise and experience make this work an authoritative resource for understanding India’s geographical and developmental dynamics.