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GeographyEXAMINEYear 202010 Marks
Concept / Statute•Directive•Institution / Stakeholder
How will the melting of Himalayan glaciers have a far-reaching impact on the water resources of India?
Exact Syllabus Pointer
Physical geography, distribution of key natural resources, factors for industrial location, geophysical phenomena (earthquakes, cyclones, volcanoes).
Connected Questions Across All Papers
Discovered through overlapping concepts: Himalayan Glaciers, Third Pole, River Runoff
Recurring Theme Trend: “Himalayan Glaciers”
2 questions across 14 yrsFrequency of UPSC CSE Mains questions testing this core concept, landmark doctrine, or foundational syllabus theme (2013-2026)
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