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UPSC CSE Faculty, Mentor & Author
Gaurav Tripathi is one of the most respected names in geography education, with years of experience teaching thousands of UPSC Civil Service aspirants. His teaching style combines in-depth knowledge with a clear understanding of exam requirements, ensuring that students are well-prepared not just for the exams, but for a broader understanding of how geography impacts society, governance, and the environment.
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Env & Eco series: Ch.1 – Ecology

Environment if often described as the sum total of the living and non-living components. Environment is constituted by the interacting systems of physical, biological and cultural elements inter-related in various ways, individually as well as collectively. These elements may be…
French School of Geography: Vidal De La Blache (1845-1918)

Vidal de La Blache focused on human geography, particularly the study of the relationship between humans and their environment. He also emphasized the importance of regional geography, believing that understanding specific regions was crucial for comprehending broader geographical patterns. Vidal’s…
German School of Geography: Friedrich Ratzel (1844-1904)

In middle of 19th century, there was a period of political turmoil in Europe and there was a great demand for maps and charts. Military officers were interested in knowing physical and cultural conditions of different regions. Most of the…
Interlinking Rivers | Vision for Development or Recipe for Disaster?”

Recently, honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the Ken-Betwa River interlinking project in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh. This development reignited the discussion on the feasibility and environmental implications of the large-scale river interlinking projects. This essay will…
Chilling Winters | India’s Vulnerability to Cold Waves

A severe cold wave has enveloped North India, with Delhi experiencing its coldest temperatures in years. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for cold wave conditions over parts of north-western India from 30 December onwards. Cold wave,…
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About
Gaurav Tripathi is a Civil services faculty of Geography, Environment and Disaster management and also an Independent expert on the related issues.
Teaching Style
Gaurav believes that discussion and precise notes are the key. Students and readers must feel free to raise their doubts and get answered.
Author Portfolio
Gaurav Tripathi’s author portfolio showcases expertise in geography education and its impact on society and the environment.
Educational Experience
B-tech in civil engineering and read about the basic geology, town planning, irrigation which ultimately drove his interest towards Geography.
Society Impact
He wants to raise awareness and sensitivity towards our environment and how it impacts our society. This blog is a step towards this very aim.