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Three' l Four Year Bachelor of Arts in Geography

B.A.(UG 9104)

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 Syllabus
Three! Four Year Bachelor of Arts in Geography
B. A. (UG 9104)
(2023-24)
SEMESTER WISE PAPER TITLES WITH DETAILS

Three! Four Year Bachelor of Arts in Geography

S. Level Semester Type Title - Credits Contact

No. Hours
L T P Total

1. 5 I MJR GEO-51T-105 4 0 0 4 4
Physical
Geography-1
2. 5 I MJR GEO-51T-106 4 0 0 4 4
Geography of
Raj asthan-I
3. 5 I MJR GEO-51P-107 0 0 4 4 8
Practical-I

4. 5 If - MJR GEO-52T-108 4 0 0 4 4
Physical
Geography-11
5. 5 II MJR GEO-52T-109 4 0 0 4 4
Geography of
Rajasthan-11
6. 5 II MJR GEO-52P-110 0 0 4 4 8
Practical-TI

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 Syllabus
GEO-51T-105- Physical Geography-1

Code of Course Title of the Course Level of the Course Credits of the
Course

GEO-51T-105 Physical 5. 4
Geography I

Types of the Delivery type of the Course

Course

Major Lecture, 60 Lectures including diagnostic and formative assessments

during lecture hours

Prerequisites Central Board of Secondary Education or Equivalent

Objectives of To attain knowledge in detail about physical geography and
the Course associated branches.

Duration- 3 Hours Max. Marks- 20+80

Min. Marks- 8+32

Pattern of Examination Bifurcation of Marks

Part 10x220
Part 15x4=60
Total 80
*Note:
1. Internal assessment will be as per University Norms.
2. End Semester Examination question paper will comprise of two parts: Part and Part
B.
3. Part A will comprise of TWO questions consisting Map Work and Multiple-choice
Questions (M(,Qs)/ Short Answer type questions.
4. Part B will comprise of FOUR descriptive questions with Internal choice from each
unit.
5. in all student will have to attempt total 6 questions, 2 questions from Part A and 4
questions from Part B.

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 Unit -I
Definition, Scope & Development of Physical Geography. Origin of the Earth- The Big-Bang
Hypothesis; The Interstellar Dust Hypothesis. Geological History of the Earth. Origin of the
Continents & Oceans- Continental Drift Theory; Plate Tectonic Theory.

Unit —II
Interior of the Earth. Earth Movements —Endogenetic & Exogenetic. Isostasy - views of Airy;
Pratt & Holmes. Volcanoes & Earthquakes.

Unit —III
Mountain Building Theories— Kobber & Holmes. Rocks— Classifications & Characteristics.
Denudation- Erosion & Weathering; Cycle of Erosion— views of W.M. Davis & W. Penck.
Drainage System & Pattern.

Unit —IV
Erosional & Depositional Work and Topographies of River, Underground Water, Glaciers,
Wind & Oceanic Waves.
Recommended Readings:
• Bloom, A. L. (2003). Geomorphology: A Systematic Analysis of Late Cenozoic Landforms. New
Delhi: Prentice-Hall of India.
• Bridges, E. M. (1990). World Geomorphology. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
• Christopherson, Robert W. (2011). Geo-systcms: An Introduction to Physical Geography 8 Ed.
England: Macmillan Publishing Company.
• Ernst, W.G. (2000). Earth systems: Process and Issues. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
Gautam, A. (2010). Bhautik Bhugol. Meerut: Rastogi Publications.
• Kale, V. S. and Gupta, A. (2001). Introduction to Geomorphology. Hyderabad: Orient Longman.
• Selby, M.J. (2005). Earth s Changing Surface. United Kingdom: OUP.
• Singh, S. (2009). Bhuatic Bhugol ka Swaroop. Allahabnad: Prayag Pustak.
• Skinner, Brian J. and Stephen, C. (2000). The Dynamic Earth: An Introduction to physical Geology,
John Wiley and Sons.
• Strahler, A.N. and Strahler, A.H. (2005). Modern Physical Geography. John Wiley & Sons. Revised
edition.
a Thombury, W. D. (1968). Principles of Geomorphology. Wiley.

Course Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, students should be able to:
I. Identify the concepts of Origin ofEarth and landforms.
2. Illustrate the different forces acting over the Earth.
3. Compare and analyze the different cycles of landform erosion and their processes.
4. Build competency and academic excellence for competitive exams.

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 GEO-51T-106- Geography of Rajasthan-I

Code of Course Title of the Course Level of the Course Credits of the
Course

GEO- 51T-106 Geography of 5 4

Rajasthan-I

Types of the Delivery type of the Course

Course

Major Lecture, 60 Lectures including diagnostic and formative assessments

during lecture hours

Prerequisites Central Board of Secondary Education or Equivalent

Objectives of To make students familiar with regional geography of Rajasthan.
the Course

Duration- 3 Hours Max. Marks- 20+80

Mm. Marks- 8+32

Pattern of Examination Bifurcation of Marks

Part 10x220
Part 15x460
Total 80
*Note:
1. Internal assessment will be as per University Norms.
2. End Semester Examination question paper will comprise of two parts: Part and Part
B.
3. Part A will comprise of l WO questions consisting Map Work and Multiple-choice
Questions (MCQs)/ Short Answer type questions.
4. Part B will comprise of FOUR descriptive questions with Internal choice from each
unit.
5. In all student will have to attempt total 6 questions, 2 questions from Part A and 4
questions from Part B.

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 Unit -
I

Introduction and post-independence integration of Rajasthan. Geological structure.

Physiographic divisions. Climate: Factors, Classification-General, Koppen and Thorn thwaite.

Unit-II

Drainage: Rivers and Lakes. Types and distribution of Soil, problems and conservation. Types
and distribution of Natural vegetation, Biodiversity in Rajasthan Wildlife, sanctuaries,
reserved and protected areas, national parks; Wildlife Acts and Rules.

Unit-Ill

Livestock: types and distribution. Major cereals (Wheat,' Rice, Barley, Millet) and cash crops
(Cotton, Oilseeds, Sugarcane and Tobacco). Agro-climatic regions. Sources of Irrigation-
Wells, Tube-wells, Canals, Ponds.

Unit-IV

Multi-purpose Projects- Indira Gandhi Canal Project, Chambal River Valley Project, Mahi
Bajaj Sagar Project, Bisalpur Dam Project. Metallic (Iron, Copper, Zinc and Silver, Lead,
Manganese, Tungsten) and Non-metallic resources (Salt, Mica, Limestone, Sandstone,
Gypsum) and Precious Stones. Energy resources- Coal, Petroleum, Natural Gas, Solar energy,
Wind energy, Biomass energy.
Recommended Readings:
• Bhalla, L.R. (2010). Rajasthan ka Bhugol. Jaipur: RBD Publication.
• Gupta & Prakash. (1979), Environmental Analysis of Thar Desert, Dehradun: English Books
Depot.
• Misl'ra, V.C. (1977). Geography of Rajasthan. New Delhi: NBT.
• Roonwal, M.L. (1977). Natural Resources of Rajasthan Vols. I & II. University of Jodhpur.
• Sharma, R.C. (1972). Settleineiit. Geography of the India Desert. New Delhi: Korwar Brother.
• Sharma, R.C. (2000). Settlement Geography of the India Desert. New Delhi: Korwar Brother.
• Singh, R.L. (2000). India: A Regional Geography. Varanasi: National Geographical Society of
India.

Course Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, students should be able to:
1. Classify and understand the physiographic divisions of Rajasthan.
2. Discussion about the agricultural regions and contribution of multipurpose projects in
Rajasthan.

the state.
4. Build competency and academic excellence about the competitive exams.

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 GEO-51P- 107- Practical-I

Code of Course Title of the Level of the Course Credits of the

Course Course
GEO-51P- 107 Practical-I 5 4
Types of the Delivery type of the Course
Course
Major 60 contact hrs- Laboratory lectures and field study including diagnostic
and formative assessments during lecture hours
Prerequisites Central Board of Secondary Education or Equivalent
Objectives of To make the students understand about the relief features through scale
the Course and relief representation techniques.

Duration- 4 Hours Max. Marks- 20+80

Mm. Marks- 8+32

Pattern of Examination Bifurcation of Marks Time

Written Test 40 2 Flours
Field Survey and Viva-Voce 14+6
2 flours
Record Work and Viva-Voce 14+6
*Note_

1. The students will have to prepare B4 Size Record Book which will be simultaneously
checked by the Teacher in the class after teaching and evaluated during the
examinations.
2. There will be 8 questions (2 questions from each unit) in written paper out of which
student have to compulsorily attempt 1 question from each unit.
3. The student will have to prepare Survey Sheet INDIVIDUALLY during the
examination.
4. Simple Calculator is permitted in practical examination.

Unit I
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Definition, Conversion of Scales. Types of Scale: Simple, Comparative, Diagonal and

Vemier.Methods of Relief Representation: Hachure, Hill-shading, Bench mark, Spot- Height,
Form- lines and Contours.
Unit II
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Representation of Relief features through Contours and description - Conical hill, Plateau,
Ridge€liff-Escarpmenr, Gorge, WatifllTRapids, V-shaped valley, U- shaped valley and
Hanging valley, Types of Slopes- Gentle, Steep, Uniform, Concave, Convex, Undulating and
Terraced; Lake, Caldera, Spur, Ox-Bow Lake.

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Definition and Types of Profiles: Serial, Superimposed, Projected and Composite. Weather
instruments with description and diagrams, Weather Symbols, Interpretation of Indian daily
Weather maps (July and January).

Unit -TV
Surveying: Meaning, Classification and Significance. Chain and Tape Surveying: Open
Traverse and Tie-line.

Recommended Readings:
• Monk house, F. J. and Wilkinson, H. R. (1973). Maps and Diagrams. London: Methuen.
• Rhind, D. W. and Taylor, D. R. F. (2000). Cartography: Past, Present and Future. International
Cartographic Association.
Robinson, A. H., (2009). Elements of Cartography. New York: John Wiley and Sons.
• Robinson, A.H. (2000). Elements of Cartography. U.S.A.: John Wiley& Sons.
• Sarkar, A. K. (2005). Practical Geography: A Systematic Approach. Calcutta: Oriental
Longman.
• Sharma, J. P. (2010). Prayogik Bhugol. Meerut: Rastogi Publishers.
• Singh, R.L. and Dutt, P.K. (2010). Elements of Practical Geography. New Delhi: Kalyani
Publishers.

Course Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, students should be able to:
1. To make students aware about the measurements and representative distances.
2. To develop skills and competency regarding area analysis and map making with relief
features.

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 Semester II
(2023-24)

GEO-52T-108- Physical Geography-11

Code of Course Title of the Course Level of the Course Credits of the
Course
GEO-52T-108 Physical 5 4
Geography-IT
Types of the Delivery type of the Course
Course
Major Lecture, 60 Lectures including diagnostic and formative assessments
during lecture hours
Prerequisites Central Board of Secondary Education or Equivalent
Objectives of To attain knowledge in detail about climatology and oceanography.
the Course

Duration- 3 Hours Max. Marks- 20+80

Mm. Marks- 8+32

Pattern of Examination Bifurcation of Marks

Part 10x220
Part 15x4'60
Total 80
*Note:

1. Internal assessment will be as per University Norms.

2. End Semester Examination question paper will comprise of two parts: Part and Part
B.
3. Part A will comprise of TWO questions consisting Map Work and Multiple-Choice
Questions (MCQs)/ Short Answer type questions.
4. Part B will comprise of FOUR descriplive questions with Internal choice from each
unit.
5. In all student will have to attempt total 6 questions, 2 questions from Part A and 4
questions from Part B.

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 Unit —I
Composition & Structure of the Atmosphere. Insolation & Heat budget of the Earth. Horizontal
and Vertical distribution of Atmospheric Temperature, Inversion of Temperature. Atmosphere
Pressure, Pressure belts & Planetary winds.

Unit —il
Mechanism of Indian monsoon and jet streams. Classification of Clouds and Precipitation.
Types of Air Masses, Fronts & Cyclones. Classification of World Climate Kopen and -

Thorthwaite, General climatic classification.

Unit - III
Definition, nature and Scope of Oceanography, Hydrological Cycle. Surface Configuration
of Pacific, Atlantic and Indian Ocean's bottom. Horizontal and Vertical distribution of
Oceanic Temperature and Salinity.

Unit —IV
Oceanic Movements- Tides, Waves and Oceanic Currents. Coral Reefs. Oceanic Deposits.
Recommended Readings:
• Bloom, A. L. (2003). Geomorphology: A Systematic Analysis of Late Cenozoic Landforms.
New Delhi: Prentice-Hall of India.
• Christopherson, Robert W. (2011). Geo systems: An Introduction to Physical Geography 8
Ed.England: Macmillan Publishing Company.
• Ernst, W.G. (2000). Earth systems: Process and Issues. Cambridge: Cambridge University
Press. Gautam,A. (2010). Bhautik Rhugol, Meerut: Rastogi Publications.
• Kale, V and Gupta, A. (2001). Elements of Geomorphology. Calcutta: Oxford University
Press.
• Kale, V. S. and Gupta, A. (2001). Introduction to Geomorphology. Hyderabad: Orient
Longman.
• Selby, M.J. (2005). Earth's Changing Surface. United Kingdom: OUR
• Singh, S. (2009). Bhuatic Bhugol ka Swaroop. Allahabnad: Prayag Pustak.
• Skinner, Brian J. and Stephen, C. (2000). The Dynamic Earth: An Introduction to physical
Geology, John Wiley and Sons.
• Strahier, A.N. and Strahier, A.H. (2005). Modern Physical Geography. John Wiley & Sons.
Revised edition.
• Thom bury, W. D. (1968). Principles of Geomorphology. Wiley.

Course Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, students should be able to:
1. Identify the concepts of Origin of Earth and landforms
2. Illustrate the different forces acting over the Earth.
3. Compare and analyze the different cycles of landform erosion and their processes
4. Build competency and academic excellence for competitive exams

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 GEO-52T-109- Geography of Rajasthan-11

Duration- 3 Hours Max. Marks- 20+80

Min. Marks- 8+32
Code of Course Title of the Course Level of the Course Credits of the
Course
GEO-52T-109 Geography of 5 4
Rajasthan-l1
Types of the Delivery type of the Course
Course
Major Lecture, 60 Lectures including diagnostic and formative assessments
during lecture hours
Prerequisites Central Board of Secondary Education or Equivalent
Objectives of To make students familiar with regional geography of Rajasthan.
the Course

Duration- 3 Hours Max. Marks- 20+80

Mm. Marks- 8+32

Pattern of Examination Bifurcation of Marks

Part 10x2=20
Part 15X460
Total 80
*Note:

1. internal assessment will be as per University Norms.

2. End Semester Examination question paper will comprise of two parts: Part and Part
B.
3. Part A will comprise of TWO questions consisting Map Work and Multiple-Choice
Questions (MC Qs)/ Short Answer type questions.
4. Part B will comprise of FOUR descriptive questions with Internal choice from each
unit.
5. In all student will have to attempt total 6 questions, 2 questions from Part A and 4
questions from Part B.

Unit I
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Industries: Cement, Marble, Copper, Textile, Sugar, Agro-chemical and Cottage industries.
Schemes and Policies of Industrial development- Rajasthan Financial Corporation (RFC),
RTTUOSEZTranport Development: Road, Rail and Air. Trade: Import and Export, Inland
Container Dry Ports.
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 Unit-11

Factors affecting Population; Size, Growth, Density and Distribution of Population. Sex-ratio,
Literacy, Rural-Urban Distribution, Occupational Structure, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled
Tribes Distribution. Urbanization, National Population Policy 2000, Problems of Population
Study of Bhil, Meena, Garasia, Saharia and Damor Tribes.

Unit-Ill

Land Degradation and Desertification, Wastelands and Ravines. Drought and Famine- types
and mitigation. Desert Development Programme, Aravali Hill Development Programme,
Mukhyamantri Jal Swaviamban Yojana (MJSY). Tribal Development Programme, Dairy.
Development Programme, Tourism Development Programmes

Unit-IV
Tourism and Cultural Heritage: Types, Circuits and Problems, Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2020.
Human Settlements- Types and Patterns. Building Materials and House Types. Master
Development Plan of Jaipur City.

Recommended Readings:
• Bhalla, L.R. (2010). Rajasthan ka Bhugol. Jaipur: RBD Publication.
• Gupta & Prakash. (1979). Enviromnental Analysis of Thar Desert. Dehradun: English
BooksDepot.
• Mishra, V.C. (1977). Geography of Rajasthan. New Delhi: NBT.
• Roonwal, M.L. (1977). Natural Resources of Rajasthan Vols. I & It. University olJodhpur.
• Sharma, R.C. (1972). Settlement Geography of the India Desert. New Delhi: Korwar Brother.
• Sharma, R.C. (2000). Settlement Geography of the India Desert. New Delhi: Korwar Brother.
• Singh, R.L. (2000). India: A Regional Geography. Varanasi: National Geographical Society of
India.

Course Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, students should be able to:
1. Classify and understand the physiographic divisions of Rajasthan.
2. Discussion about the agricultural regions and contribution of multipurpose projects in
Rajasthan.
3. List the major metallic, non-metallic resources and correlate with industrial development of
the state.
-.-4,—Build competency and academic excellence about the competitive exams.

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 GEO-52P-110- Practical II
Code of Course Title of the Level of the Course Credits of the
Course Course
GEO-52P-110 Practical II 5 4
Types of the Delivery type of the Course
Course
Major 60 contact hrs- Laboratory lectures and field study including diagnostic
and formative assessments during lecture hours
Prerequisites Central Board of Secondary Education or Equivalent
Objectives of To attain the knowledge about the geographical data representation
the Course with the help of cartographical skills.

Duration- 4 Hours Max. Marks- 20+80

Mm. Marks- 8+32
Pattern of Examination Bifurcation of Marks Time
Written Test 40 2 Hours
Field Survey and Viva-Voce 14+6
2 Hours
Record Work and Viva-Voce 14+6
*Note_

1. The students will have to prepare B4 Size Record Book which will be simultaneously
checked by the Teacher in the class after teaching and evaluated during the
examinations.
2. There will be 8 questions (2 questions from each unit) in written paper out of which
student have to compulsorily attempt I question from each unit.
3. The student will have to prepare Survey Sheet INVIDUALL Y during the examination.
4. Simple calculator is permitted in practical examination.

Unit I
Graphs: Hylliergraph, Climograph, Climatograph, Water budget graph, Wind rose, Line, Bar,
Combined Bar and Line with climatic data.
Unit II
Enlargement & Reduction (Square and Triangle method); Combination of Maps and
measurements of area.
Unit III
Topographical Maps: Identification and description of physical and cultural features of any
Toposheet of Rajasthan State.

Chain and Tape Surveying: Closed Traverse.

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Recommended Readings:
• Mishra, R P & Ramesh (198 6). A Fundamentals of Cartography. New Delhi McMillan Co
• Monkhouse,F. J. and Wilkinson, H. R. (1973). Maps and Diagrams. London: Methuen.
• Rhind, D. W. and Taylor, D. R. F. (2000). Cartography: Past, Present and Future. International
Cartographic Association.
• Robinson, A. H., (2009). Elements of Cartography. New York: John Wiley and Sons.
• Robinson, A.H. (2000). Elements of Cartography. U.S.A.: John Wiley& Sons.
• Sarkar, A K (2005) Practical Geography A Systematic Approach Calcutta Oriental
Longman.
• Sharma, J. P. (2010). Prayogic Bhugol. Meerut: Rastogi Publishers.
• Singh, R.L. and Dutt, P.K. (2010). Elements of Practical Geography. New Delhi: Kalyani
Publishers.

Course Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, students should be able to:
• Develop skills and competency regarding statistical analysis and representation of
geographical data.
• Understand about the weather/ various climatic conditions.

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