SIDDHARTH UNIVERSITY, KAPILVASTU,

SIDDHARTH NAGAR (U.P.)

B.A/ B.Sc.
GEOGRAPHY
FACULTY OF ARTS

NATIONAL EDUCATION POLICY 2020

Syllabus as per the guidelines of
State Higher Education Council
(Partially modified: Board of Studies meeting on 11th July 2023)

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 Siddhartha University, Kapilvastu,
Siddhartha Nagar, U.P
B.A/ B.SC Syllabus Structure CBCS (NEP) 2023-24
Subject: Geography

Year Course Code Paper Title Theory/Practical Credits

Semester 1
A110101T Physical Geography Theory (25 + 50) 4

First A110102P Elements of Map and Surveying Practical (25) 2

Semester 2
A110201T Human Geography Theory (25 + 50) 4
A110202P Thematic Mapping and Surveying Practical (25) 2
Semester 3
A110301T Environment, Disaster Theory (25 + 50) 4
Management and Climate Change
A110302P Statistical Techniques and Practical (25) 2
Surveying
Semester 4
Second A110401T Economic Geography Theory (25 + 50) 4
A110402P Weather Maps, Geological Maps Practical (25) 2
and Surveying
Semester 5
A110501T Regional Geography Theory (25 + 50) 4
A110502T Basics of Remote Sensing and GIS Theory (25 + 50) 4
A110503P Regional Practical Practical (25) 2

Third A110504P Tour and Tour report Practical (25) 2

Semester 6
A110601T Geography of India Theory (25 + 50) 4
A110602T Evolution of Geographical Thoughts Theory (25 + 50) 4
A110603P Geographical Information System Practical (25) 2
Practical (GIS)

A110604P Remote Sensing ( Practical ) Practical (25) 2

Marks Distribution out of 100: 25 Marks for Internal Assessment,
+ 25 Marks for Practical Examination
+ 50 Marks for Theory Paper

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 B.A/B.Sc. in Geography
Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)
Program Outcomes (After 3 Years of Study)

• This course provides the basic ideas and concepts of the Physical and human aspects of
Geography.
• This course intends to orient the learner with the approaches to the broader discipline
of Geography.
• It will help in developing analytical and critical thinking based on the themes and
issues of geography.
• It eventually prepares the students to understand the development of the subject and
delve around issues suited to the needs of the contemporary world.
• It will help in exhaustive understanding of the basic concepts of Geography and an
awareness of the emerging areas of the field.
• Acquisition of in-depth understanding of the applied aspects of Geography as well as
interdisciplinary subjects in everyday life.
• Improvement of critical thinking and skills facilitating.
• The application of knowledge gained in the field of Geography in the classroom to
the practical solving of societal problems.
• The program orients students with tradition geographical knowledge along with
advance contemporary skills like remote sensing and GIS.

Internal & External Assessment

Internal Assessment Marks Practical / External Assessment Marks
Mid Semester Test 10 Viva Voce on Practical 5
Class Attendance 05 Lab / field work 3X5=15
Assignments 10 Practical Record File 5
Total 25 TOTAL 25

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 B.A /B.Sc. 1st Year, Semester I,
Course I (Theory)

Program /Class: Certificate/ BA Year: First Semester: First

Subject: Geography
Course Code: A110101T Course Title: Physical Geography
Outcomes - Students will be able to grasp Earth's geomorphic history, plate tectonics, erosion-formed
landforms, climate dynamics, and global ocean systems in this course.

Credits: 4 Core Compulsory

Max. Marks: 25+50 Min. Passing Marks: As per Rule

Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): L- 4/w

Unit Topics No. of

Lectures
I Origin of Earth and related theories. Geological Time Scale, Interior of the Earth 8
II Origin of continents and oceans, Isostasy, Earthquakes, and Volcanoes, Geosynclines, 8
Plate Tectonics Theory.
III Rocks, Fold, Fault, Weathering, Cycle of Erosion by Davis and Penck, 8
IV Fluvial, Aeolian, Karst, and Glacial, Landforms 8

V Composition and Structure of atmosphere: Insolation, Heat Budget, Atmospheric 8

pressure and winds.
VI Air masses and Fronts, cyclones and Anti-cyclones, Precipitation & and its types. 7
VII Ocean Bottoms, temperature, and salinity, Ocean Currents and Tides, and Ocean 7
deposits- Coral and Atolls
VIII Biosphere, Biotic Succession, and Biome 6
Suggested Readings:
1. Singh, Savindra (2018), Physical Geography (Eng./Hindi) Allahabad, India: Prayag Pustak
2. Khullar, D.R. (2012). Physical Geography. New Delhi. India: Kalyani Publishers.
3. Thornbury, W. D. (2004): Principal of Geomorphology. New York, U.S.A.: Wiley.

This course can be opted as an elective by the students of following subjects: Open for all
Suggested Continuous Evaluation Methods: Assignment / Test / Quiz (MCQ) / Seminar/ Presentations.
Suggested equivalent online courses: https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/cec21_hs03/preview
https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/nos20_sc25/preview

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 B.A/ B.Sc. 1st Year, Semester. I
Course II (Practical)

Program/Class: Certificate/BA/ B.Sc. Year: First Semester: First

Subject: Geography
Course Code: A110102P
Course Title: Elements of Map and Surveying
Course Learning Outcomes : On completion of this course, learners will be able to Understand the basic idea
of Map, Scale and Topographic sheets

Credits: 2 Core Compulsory

Max. Marks: -25 Min. Passing Marks: As per rule

Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): P-2/w

No. of
Unit Topics
Lectures
Scales–Concept and application; Graphical Construction of Plain,
I Comparative, and Diagonal Scales. 7
Map Projections: Classification, Properties and Uses; Graphical
II Construction of Polar Zenithal, Stereographic, Bonne’s and Mercator’s 7
Projections.
Topographical Map: Coverage, Scale and Topo Symbol, Interpretation
III Survey of India Topo sheets. Representation of landforms by Contours.
8
Construction of Profile- Serial, Projected, Superimposed and Composite
IV
and slope analysis –( Wentworth method ). 8
Suggested Readings:
1. Sharma, J. P. (2001): Prayogik Bhugol., Rastogi Publication, Meerut 3rd. edition.
2. Singh, R.L. and Singh, Rana P.B. (1993): Elements of Practical Geography. (Hindi and English
editions). Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.
3. Singh, L.R. (2006): Fundamentals of Practical Geography, Sharda Pustak Bhawan, Allahabad.
This course can be opted as an elective by the students of following subjects: Open for all
Note: In Final Examination Student shall be examined by external and internal examiners.
Marks Distribution: Written Exam, Viva, Practical File, Map Preparation, Topo sheet interpretation.

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 B.A /B.Sc. 1st Year, Semester. II
Course I (Theory)

Program/Class: Certificate/BA Year: First Semester: Second

Subject: Geography

Course Code:A110201T Course Title: Human Geography

Outcomes : Student will understand the Concept, Nature, Meaning and Scope of Human Geography, and
also understand the natural and Cultural Changes in and around the Human Environs and their
interrelationship.
Credits: 4 Core Compulsory

Max. Marks: -25+50 Min. Passing Marks: As per rule

Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): L- 4/w

Unit Topics No. of
Lectures
I Meaning, Scope and approaches of Human Geography. 7
II Man and Environment relationship - Determinism, Possibilism and Neo-determinism 7
III Distribution of population and world pattern, concept of over population and under
population. 7
IV Human Settlements: Origin, types (Rural-Urban) characteristics, House types and
their distribution with special reference to India. 7
V Primitive Economics-Food gathering, Hunting, Pastoral herding, Fishing, and 8
primitive agriculture.
VI Cultural Regions, Race, Religion and Language. 8
VII World Tribes: Eskimos, Kirghiz, Bushman, Masai, Semang, Pygmies. 8
VIII Indian Tribes: Bhotias, Gaddis, Tharus, Bhil, Gond, Santhal, 8
Suggested Readings:
1. B N Singh (2019) Manav Bhugol ka Swaroop, Pravalika Publication, Allahabad
2. Hussain, M. (1994): Human Geography, Rawat Publications, Jaipur.
3. Kaushik, S.D. and Sharma, A.K. (1996): Principles of Human Geography (in Hindi), Rastogi
Publication, Meerut.
4. Singh, K. N. and Singh, J. (2001): Manav Bhugol. Gyanodaya Prakashan, Gorakhpur. 2nd edition.
5. Singh, L.R. (2005): Fundamentals of Human Geography, Sharda Pustak Bhawan, Allahabad

Suggested Continuous Evaluation Methods: Assignment / Test / Quiz( MCQ) / Seminar/ Presentations
Course prerequisites: 12th Standard Pass/Open to all
Suggested equivalent online courses: Courses on Swayam / MOOCs
https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/nou20_hs18/preview

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 B.A /B.Sc. 1st Year, Sem. II
Course II (Practical)

Program/Class: Year: First Semester: Second

Certificate/BA/B.Sc
Subject: Geography

Course Code:A110202P Course Title: Thematic Mapping and Surveying

Outcomes : On completion of this course, learners will be able to understand the basic idea of Map, Scale and
Topographic sheets
Credits: 2 Core Compulsory

Max. Marks: -25 Min. Passing Marks: As per rules

Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): P-2/w

Unit Topics No. of

Lectures
I Maps – Classification and Types, Principles of Map 7
Design. Diagrammatic Data Presentation – Line, Bar and Circle.
II Thematic Mapping Techniques – Properties, Uses and Limitations; Areal 7
Data-- Choropleth, Dot, Proportional Circles; Point Data – Isopleths.
Cartographic Overlays – Point, Line and Areal Data. Thematic Maps –
III 8
Preparation and Interpretation.
IV Instrumental Survey: Prismatic Compass 8
Suggested Readings:
1. Sharma, J. P. (2001): Prayogik Bhugol. Rastogi Publication, Meerut 3rd. edition.
2. Singh, R.L. and Singh, Rana P.B. (1993): Elements of Practical Geography. (Hindi and English
editions). Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi,
3. Singh, L.R. (2006): Fundamentals of Practical Geography, Sharda Pustak Bhawan, Allahabad.
4. Sharma, JP. (2008): Prayogatmak Bhugol Ki Rooprekha, Rastogi Publications- Meerut.

Note: In Final Examination Student shall be examined by external and internal examiners.
Marks Distribution: Written Exam, Viva, Practical File, Map Preparation.

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 B.A /B.Sc. 2nd Year, Semester. III
Course I (Theory)

Programme/Class: Diploma/B.A/B.Sc Year: Second Semester: Third

Subject: Geography
Course Code: A110301T Environment, Disaster Management and Climate Change

Outcomes: Students will be able to understand Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management basics. It
also includes appraisal, conservation, impacts of Climate Change, global disaster management efforts
Credits: 4 Core Compulsory
Max. Marks: 25+50 Min. Passing Marks: As per Rules
Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): L- 4/w

Unit Topics No. of Lectures

I Concepts & components of Environment, Ecology and ecosystem. Indian

traditional Knowledge in Environment and disaster Management. 8
II Bio-diversity and its conservation, sustainable development. 8
III Deforestation, soil erosion, soil exhaustion, Desertification, Air pollution, water
pollution Disposal of solid waste. 8

IV Ganga Action Plan, Tiger project, Tehri dam & Narmada Valley project. 8
V Science of Climate Change: Understanding Climate Change; Green House Gases 8
and Global Warming.
VI Global Climatic Assessment – IPCC, Impacts of Climate Change, National Action
Plan on Climate Change. 7
VII Disasters, Hazards, Risk, Vulnerability, Type of Disasters, Disaster Management 7
Disaster management cycle
VIII Flood, Drought, Cyclone, Earthquake, Tsunami, Landslide, Chemical and Nuclear 6
Disasters. Do’s and Don’ts During Disasters.
Suggested Readings:
1. Singh, R.B. (1993) Environmental Geography. Delhi, India: Heritage Publishers.
2. Government of India. (2011). Disaster Management in India. Delhi, India: Ministry of Home
Affairs.
3. Singh, Savendra (2019) Pryavaran Bhugol, Pravalika Publication, Allahabad
4. Kapur, A. (2010). Vulnerable India: A Geographical Study of Disasters. Delhi, India: Sage
Publication.
5. Singh, Savendra (2019) Apada Prabandhan, Pravalika Publication, Allahabad.
6. Ramkumar, M. (2009). Geological Hazards: Causes, Consequences and Methods of Containment.
New Delhi, India: New India Publishing Agency.
7. Climate Change: Agriculture and Water; Flora and Fauna; Human Health
8. Adaptation and Mitigation: Global Initiatives with Particular Reference to South Asia.
This course can be opted as an elective by the students of following subjects: Open for all
Suggested Continuous Evaluation Methods: Assignment / test / Quiz( MCQ) / Seminar/ Presentations

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 B.A /B.Sc. 2nd Year, Sem. III
Course II (Practical)

Programme/Class: Diploma/BA/B.Sc. Year: Second Semester: Third

Subject: Geography
Course Code: A110302P Course Title: Statistical Techniques and Surveying
Outcomes: Students will be able to understand the difference between qualitative and quantitative data and
its nature, method of sampling and its graphical representation

Credits: 2 Core Compulsory

Max. Marks: 25 Min. Passing Marks: As per rules

Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): P- 2/w

Unit Topics No. of

Lectures
I Use of Data in Geography: Significance of Statistical Methods in Geography;
Sources of Data, Scales of Measurement 8
Tabulation and Descriptive Statistics: Frequency Distribution Table, Cross
Tabulation, Graphical Presentation of Data (Bar diagram, Histograms, Frequency
II Curve and Cumulative Frequency Curves), Measurement of Central Tendencies
(Mean, Median and Mode), Measurement of Partitions (Deciles, Quartiles and 8
Percentiles), Dispersion (Standard Deviation, Variance and Coefficient of
Variation).

III Sampling: Probability sampling Non-probability sampling. Correlation: Rank

Correlation and Product Moment Correlation. 7
IV Instrumental Survey: Sextant 7

Suggested Readings:
1. Berry B. J. L. and Marble D. F. (eds.): Spatial Analysis – A Reader in Geography.
2. Ebdon D., 1977: Statistics in Geography: A Practical Approach.
3. Davis, R.E. and Foote, F.S. (1953): Surveying, 4th edition, McGraw Hill Publication, New York
4. Sharma, JP (2001) Prayogik Bhugol, Rastogi Publication, Meerut
5. Bansal SC,(2020) Shodh vidhitantra va sankhikiya Vishyan, RK Books Publication, New Delhi.
6. Mahmood A., 1977: Statistical Methods in Geographical Studies, Concept.
7. Pal S. K., 1998: Statistics for Geoscientists, Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi.
8. Sarkar, A. (2013) Quantitative geography: techniques and presentations. Orient Black Swan Private
Ltd., New Delhi
Note: In Final Examination Student shall be examined by external and internal examiners. Marks
Distribution: Written Exam, Viva, Practical File, Instrumental Surveys.

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 B.A /B.Sc. 2nd Year, Semester. IV
Course I (Theory)

Program/Class: Diploma /B.A/B.Sc Year: Second Semester: Fourth

Subject: Geography
Course Code: A110401T Course Title: Economic Geography
Outcomes: Students will be able to understand the concepts of economic geography, nature of economic
activities, and the effects of globalization on developing countries
Credits: 4 Core Compulsory
Max. Marks: 25+50 Min. Passing Marks: As per rule
Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): L- 4/w

Unit Topics No. of

Lectures
I Meaning, concepts and approaches of Economic Geography. 4
II Resource: meaning, concept and classification. Spatial organization of economic 8
activities.
III Economic organization of space, Forestry, fishing and mining activities. 7
IV Agricultural region of the world (Derwent Whittlesey),Agricultural typologies, 1
agricultural land use model (J.H. Von Thunen) 1
V Types of industries; Factors of location of industries; iron and steel industry, cotton 8
textiles and sugar; Theory of industrial location (Alfred Weber).
VI World transportation: Sea routes and major trans- continental railways. 8
VII WTO and International trade: Patterns and trends 7
VIII Effect of globalization on developing countries. 7
Suggested Readings:
1. B N Singh (2021) Manav evam Arthik Bhugol, Pravalika Publication, Allahabad
2. Gautam, A. (2006): Aarthik Bhugol Ke Mool Tattava, Sharda Pustak Bhawan, Allahabad.
3. Guha, J. S. and Chattoraj, P.R. (2002): A New Approach to Economic Geography: A Study of
Resources. The World Press Private Limited, Kolkata.
4. Hartshorne, T. A. and Alexander, J. W. (1988): Economic Geography (3rd revised edition)
Englewood Cliff , New Jersey, Prentice Hall
5. Alexander, J. W. (1988): Economic Geography. Prentice-Hall, New Delhi,

Suggested Continuous Evaluation Methods: Assignment / test / Quiz( MCQ) / Seminar/Presentations

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 B.A /B.Sc. 2nd Year, Semester. IV
Course II (Practical)

Program/Class: Diploma /B.A/B.Sc Year: Second Semester: Fourth

Subject: Geography

Course Code:A110402P Course Title: Weather Maps, Geological Maps and

Surveying
Learning Outcomes: On completion of this course, learners will be able to:
● Identify the various Survey Operations and Survey Instruments
● To understand the idea of Basic and applied Instrumental surveying
Credits: 2 Core Compulsory
Max. Marks: 25 Min. Passing Marks: As per rule
Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): P-2/w
Unit Topics No. of
Lectures
I Weather Maps, Study and Interpretation of Weather Map, Weather Forecasting. 7
Geological Maps: Types, Signs, Bed and Bedding plane, Rock Outcrop, Dip,
II Strike etc. Construction of Geological Sections. 7
III Instrumental Survey: Indian Clinometer. 8
IV Instrumental Survey: Dumpy Level 8
Suggested Readings:
1. Sharma, JP (2001) Prayogik Bhugol, Rastogi Publication, Meerut
2. Kanetker, T.P. and Kulkarni, S.V.(1967): Surveying and Levelling, Vol I and II V.G. Prakashan,
Poona.
3. Natrajan, V. (1976): Advanced Surveying, B.I. Publications., Mumbai.
4. Pugh, J.C. (1975): Surveying for Field Scientists, Methuen and Company Ltd., London, First
Publication.
5. Punmia, B.C.(1994): Surveying, Vol I, Laxmi Publications Private Ltd, New Delhi.
6. Singh, R.L. and Singh, Rana P.B. (1993): Elements of Practical Geography. (Hindi and English
editions), Kalyani Publishers, Ludhiana and New Delhi.
7. Venkatramaiah, C. (1997): A Text Book of Surveying, Universities Press, Hyderabad..
Note: In Final Examination Student shall be examined by external and internal examiners. Marks
Distribution: Written Exam, Viva, Practical File, Instrumental Surveys

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 B.A /B.Sc. 3rd Year, Semester. V
Course I (Theory)

Programe/Class: Degree/B.A/ B.Sc Year: Third Semester: Fifth

Subject: Geography
Course Code: A110501T Course Title: Regional Geography
Outcomes: Students will be able to understand the concept of Region and Regional Planning, familiarized
with Theories and Models for Regional Planning and developed understanding on the concept of Sustainable
Development and Multi level planning.
Credits: 4 Core Compulsory

Max. Marks: 25+50 Min. Passing Marks: As per rules

Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): L- 4/w

Unit Topics No. of

Lectures
I Definition of Region, Evolution, and objectives of Regional planning. 8
II Types of Regional Planning, Formal, Functional, and Planning Regions. 8
III Delimitations of Region and Regional Planning. 8
IV Theories and Models for Regional Planning: Growth Pole Model of Perroux;
Myrdal, Rostow, and Friedmann. 8
V Sustainable Development, Concept of Development and Underdevelopment. 8
VI Efficiency-Equity Debate: Definition, Components and Sustainability for 7
Development.
VII Developmental Indicators (Economic, Social and Environmental). 7
VIII Need for regional planning in India, Five Year Plans and Regional Planning, multi-
level planning in India, Niti Aayog. 6
Suggested Readings:
1. Anand, Subhash.,( 2011). Eco-development: Glocal Perspectives. New Delhi, India: Research India.
2. Mishra, R. P., Sundaram, K.V., and Rao, V.L.S. (1974). Regional Development
planning in India. Delhi, India: Vikas Publishing House.
3. Singh, M B, () Pradeshik Vikas Niyogan, Tara Book Agency, Varanasi.
4. Bhat L.S. (1972): Regional Planning In India, Statistical Publishing Society
5. Kundu, A. (1992): Urban Development Urban Research in India, Khanna Publ. New Delhi.
6. Misra , R.P, Sundaram K.V, PrakashRao , VLS( 1974): Regional Development Planning in India ,
Vikas Publication , New Delhi.
7. Misra, R.P (1992): Regional Planning: Concepts, techniques, Policies and Case Studies, Concept, New
Delhi

Suggested Continuous Evaluation Methods: Assignment/test / Quiz ( MCQ) / Seminar/ Presentations

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 B.A /B.Sc. 3rd Year, Semester. V
Course II (Theory)

Program/Class: Degree /BA Year: Third Semester: Fifth

Subject: Geography
Course Code:A110502T Course Title: Basics of Remote Sensing and GIS
Learning Outcomes : On completion of this course, learners will be able to understand the basic idea and
application of Remote sensing Techniques and Geographical Information System
Credits: 4 Core Compulsory
Max. Marks: 25+50 Min. Passing Marks: As per rules

Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): L- 4/w

Unit Topics No. of

Lectures
I Remote Sensing: Definition, Type, Scope and Historical Development (World and 7
India).
II Electromagnetic radiation: Characteristics, spectral regions, and bands. Interaction 7
with earth surface features and atmosphere, spectral signature
III Remote sensing satellites: Platform and sensors. Resolution: 8
Spatial, Spectral, Temporal, Radiometric Resolution.
IV Remote Sensing data processing and applications: Visual and digital image 8
processing techniques.
V Remote Sensing Applications in resource mapping and environmental monitoring 6

VI Aerial Photos: Types and characteristics; 8

VII Determination of Photo scale, identification, and interpretation of geomorphic 8
features.
VIII Land use/land cover map from stereogram and satellite images 8

Suggested Readings:
1. Choniyal, D D, (2016) Sudur Samvaden evam Bhogolic Suchna Pranali ke sighant, Sharda Pustak
Bhavan, Allahabad.
2. Lillesand, T.M. and Kiefer, R.W. (2000): Remote Sensing and Image Interpretation. 4th edition.
John Wiley and Sons, New York
3. Campbell, J.B. (2002): Introduction to Remote Sensing. 5th edition, Taylor and Francis, London
4. Bhatta, B. (2010): Remote Sensing and GIS, Oxford University Press, New Delhi.
5. Nag Prithvish and Kudrat M. (1998): Digital Remote Sensing, Concept Publishing Company,
New Delhi
6. Curran, P.J. (1985): Principles of Remote Sensing, Longman, London.
Suggested Continuous Evaluation Methods: Assignment/test / Quiz (MCQ) / Seminar/Presentations
Suggested equivalent online courses: Courses on Swayam / MOOCs
https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/aic20_ge05/preview

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 B.A /B.Sc. 3rd Year, Semester. V
Course III (Practical)

Programme/Class: Year: Third Semester: Fifth

Degree/BA
Subject: Geography

Course Code: A110503P Course Title: Regional Planning Practical

Outcomes: Students will be able to understand the concept of integrated planning and how to prepare
development plan of local areas.
Credits: 2 Core Compulsory

Max. Marks: 25 Min. Passing Marks: As per Rule

Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): P- 2/w

Unit Topics No. of

Lectures
1 Study of river valley project areas and integrated planning exercise 7
II Planning of Infrastructural Elements. 8
III Preparation of Development Plans to Local Levels. 7
IV Metropolitan of Regional Planning. 8
Suggested Readings:
1. Freeman, W. – Geography and Planning.
2. Alonso and Friedman - Regional Development and Planning.
3. Mishra, R.P. - Regional Development Planning.
4. Issard, W. – Methods of Regional Analysis.
5. Singh, J. – Central Places and Spatial Organization in a Backward Economy.

This course can be opted as an elective by the students of the following subjects: Open for all

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 B.A /B.Sc. 3rd Year, Sem. V,
Course III (Practical)

Programme/Class: Degree/BA/B.Sc Year: Third Semester: Fifth

Subject: Geography

Course Code: A110504P Course Title: Tour and Tour report

Course outcomes: Students will be able to understand the variation among geographical locations,
Interaction with people with different natural and cultural settings, study physical and human geography
of area being visited and Learn to prepare tour report.
Credits: 2 Core Compulsory

Max. Marks: 25 Min. Passing Marks: As per rule

Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): P- 2/w

Unit Topics No. of

Lectures
How to prepare Field Book, steps and methods for preparing Tour
report, Methodology for Research in Field Trip, Various aspects of
I study in Field Trip, Preparation of Surveying in Field Trip. 3
(30 lectures shall be taken before and during field trip) 0
This course can be opted as an elective by the students of following subjects: Open for all

Geographical Excursion
The following shall be the guidelines and structure of Educational tour;
Geographical Excursion Committee
1. All faculty members shall organize geographical excursion as ‘tour in-charge’ in rotation according to
departmental seniority list.
2. There shall be Geographical Excursion Committee headed by HOD in University and Principal in colleges.
Tour in-charge shall act as convener of committee and shall convene a meeting at the beginning of session
or semester. All other teachers of department shall be member of committee. Four/Five meritorious
students based on last available examination result shall be invited by the tour in-charge to participate in
meeting as members of committee.
3. Committee shall:
a. Review the tour plan.
b. Confirm that all arrangements shall be made in advance before tour departure.
4. Listen to the opinion of students and give recommendations to tour in-charge accordingly.
5. Review academic nature of tour and evaluate day wise tour plan and academic activity as submitted by
Tour in-charge.

Structure of the tour party

6. For 20 or less than 20 students one faculty member with one non-teaching staff shall accompany the Tour
party. For 21 to 50 students two faculty members with one non-teaching staff shall accompany the Tour
party. If two faculty members are required for tour, second faculty member shall be selected on the
recommendation of tour in-charge. If students are more than 50 then a separate tour batch shall be
constituted in same manner.

If female students are also participating in tour and tour in-charge, accompany other faculty member or
Non-teaching staff none are female then one female attended (Female faculty member from Geography or
any other departments/female non-teaching staff) shall accompany with tour party Responsibility of tour
in-charge

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 7. Tour shall at least of 6 days stay at location with inter region variation.
8. Tour in-charge shall submit tentative day wise activity report in advance to HOD in University and
Principal in colleges.
9. Tour in-charge shall coordinate with Institutes/Colleges/ Universities/Research institutes etc in location
where tour is being planned for following activities like;
a. Interaction of students.
b. Lectures on various local physical and cultural attributes of the area by the experts.
c. Local visit with faculty members having academic understanding of the area.
10. Lectures by tour in-charge on physical and human characteristics of area being visited for educational tour.
11. Survey with students with at least one instrument like Dumpy Level, Sextant, Theodolite, GPS etc.
12. Questionnaire survey on various socio-cultural or any other aspects. Questionnaire must be prepared in
advance and shall be shared during Geographical Excursion Committee meeting.
13. Tour in-charge shall collect undertaking from all students which shall be counter signed by their guardian.
14. Tour in-charge will prepare list of students accompanying the tour with their information like mobile
number, address, guardian contact information and one recent color photo. One copy will also be submitted
to the head in universities and Principal in colleges.
15. Teacher shall always try to minimize tour expenditure of students by;
a. Using concession train reservation and avoiding buses if possible.
b. Making stay arrangements of students in advance in youth hostels/lodges/guest
house etc.
c) Try to visit few important locations only with objective of spot study and avoiding unnecessary travel for
sightseeing.
16. After the completion of tour there shall be presentation by students regarding learning outcomes and
experiences under the supervision of tour in-charge. Presentation shall be attended by Geographical
Excursion Committee members along with other faculty members, staff, students etc.
17. All students shall submit tour report under supervision of Tour in-charge for evaluation. Tour report shall
portray all activities conducted and places visited for the purposes of study.
18. In case of any incident/injury where one or more than one student can’t join tour party in return journey.
One teaching/non teaching staff member shall stay with student until student’s guardian arrives or
alternative arrangement is not made by the college. In case tour in-charge stays the other teacher/staff
member shall act as tour in-charge for remaining tour period according to seniority.
Exemption of Students from Tour
1. Tour can be exempted in very special circumstances on recommendation of tour in- charge and head (in
University) or In charge in Department (in Colleges). Exempted students will prepare local tour report based
on his/her own local tour visits. Report shall be prepared under supervision of tour in-charge.

TA, DA and other expenses

1. 1. The TA, DA and other expenses of teachers and attendants shall be met out by college as admissible to
their cadre as per government rules.

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 B.A /B.Sc. 3rd Year, Semester VI,
Course I (Theory)

Program/Class: Degree /BA/BSc Year: Third Semester: Sixth

Subject: Geography

Course Code:A110601T Course Title: Geography of India

Outcomes : On completion of this course, learners will be able to understand different geographical
aspects of India
Credits: 4 Core Compulsory

Max. Marks: 25+50 Min. Passing Marks: As per rules

Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): L- 4/w

Unit Topics No. of

Lectures
I Location, Structure and relief; Drainage system; Physiographic regions 8
II Mechanism of Indian monsoons, Climatic regions; Natural vegetation; Soil types and 8
their distributions.
III Resources: Land, Water resource, energy- Coal, and Petroleum , Minerals- Iron , 7
Manganese, Bauxite, Energy crisis, Renewable Energy
IV Industry: Locational factors of industries; Industrial region; New Industrial policies; 7
Special Economic Zones;
V Cultural Setting: Society; Racial, linguistic and ethnic diversities; Major tribes, 8
tribal areas, and their problems.
VI Population: Growth, distribution, and density of population; Demographic attributes: 8
sex-ratio, age structure, literacy rate, work-force, dependency ratio, Population
problems and policies.
VII Agriculture: Irrigation,; Crop- Rice, Wheat Sugarcane Cotton, Agricultural 6
productivity, agricultural intensity, crop combination, Green revolution and its socio-
economic and ecological implications.
VIII Settlements: Types, patterns, and morphology of rural settlements; Morphology of 8
Indian cities; Functional classification of Indian cities; urban sprawl; Slums and
associated problems.
Suggested Readings:
1. Chauhan, P.R. and Prasad, M. (2003): Bharat Ka Vrihad Bhugol, Vasundhara Prakashan,
Gorakhpur.
2. Gautam, A. (2006): Advanced Geography of India, Sharda Pustak Bhawan, Allahabad
3. Bansal SC,(2018) Bharat Ka Bhugol, Meenakshi Publication, New Delhi, Meerut.
4. Singh , J. (2003): India: A Comprehensive Systematic Geography. Gyanodaya Prakashan,
Gorakhpur
5. Singh, R.L. (ed.) (1971): India: A Regional Geography. National Geographical Society of
India, Varanasi.
6. Tiwari, R.C. (2007): Geography of India, Prayag Pustak Bhawan, Allahabad.
7. Wadia, D. N. (1959): Geology of India. Mac-Millan and Company, London and student
edition, Madras.
8. Khullar, D.R. ( 2007): India: A Comprehensive Geography, Kalyani Publishers, New
Delhi.

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 B.A /B.Sc. 3rd Year, Sem. VI,
Course II (Theory)

Program/Class: Year: Third Semester: Sixth

Degree /BA
Subject: Geography

Course Code:A110602T Course Title: Evolution of Geographical Thought

Outcomes : On completion of this course, learners will be able to understand the contribution of Indian and
other renowned Geographers regarding the concept of evolution of Geographical Thought.
Credits: 4 Core Compulsory

Max. Marks: 25+50 Min. Passing Marks: As per Rules

Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): L- 4/w

Unit Topics No. of

Lectures
I Contribution of Indian Geographers in Ancient India. (Ved and puranas ) 6
II Contribution of Greek & Roman geographers in ancient world. 7
III Contribution of Arab geographers in Middle ages, Renaissance period in Europe.
Renowned travelers and their geographical discoveries. 8
IV German school of thought - Kant, Humboldt, Ritter, Richthofen, Ratzel, Hettner. 8
V French school of thought - Contribution of Blache & Brunhes American school - 8
Contribution of Sample, Hunthington & Carl Sauer. British school - Contribution of
Mackinder, Herbertson & L.D. Stamp.,
VI Dualisms in geography; systematic & Regional geography, physical & human 8
geography, The myth and reality about dualisms.
VII Areal differentiation and spatial organization in Geography, Quantitative Revolution 7
in geography
VIII Paradigms in Geography, Thomas Kuhn theory about the growth and development of
science. Application of Kuhn Model in Geography. 8
1. Suggested Readings:
2. Dikshit, R. D. (2003): Geographical Thought. A Critical History of Ideas. Prentice-Hall of
India,New Delhi. (in English and Hindi).
3. Dube, B. (1967): Geographical Concepts in Ancient India, National Geographical Society of
India,Varanasi
4. Hartshorne, R. (1959): Perspective on the Nature of Geography, John Murray, London
5. Majid. (2002): Evolution of Geographical Thought, Rawat Publications, Jaipur.
6. Taylor, G. (ed.) (1953): Geography in the Twentieth Century. Methuen and Company, London.

Suggested Continuous Evaluation Methods: Assignment / test / Quiz( MCQ) / Seminar/ Presentation

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 B.A /B.Sc. 3rd Year, Sem. VI,
Course III (Practical)

Program/Class: Degree/BA Year: Third Semester: Sixth

Subject: Geography
Course Code: A110603P
Course Title: Geographical Information System

Outcomes :On completion of this course, learners will be able to understand and Conceptualize Remote
Sensing and GIS Technique
Credits: 2 Core Compulsory

Max. Marks: 25 Min. Passing Marks: As per rules

Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): P-2/w

Unit Topics No. of

Lectures
I Overview of image processing & GIS Packages (Including open 5
source Software’s). QGIS.
Creation of Shape File in GIS Software’s. Coordinate system and projections in
II GIS Software’s. GIS Data Structures: Types (spatial and Non-spatial), Raster and 10
Vector Data Structure.
Geo-Referencing of Maps. Creation of Point, Line and Polygon Files and features.
III Preparation of Maps with Legend, Scale, North Arrow etc and Export of Map in 10
various Formats.
Suggested Readings:
1. Curran, P.J. (1985): Principles of Remote Sensing, Longman, London
2. Chaunial, D. D. (2004): Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System(in Hindi), Sharda
Pustak Bhawan, Allahabad
3. Cracknell, A. and Ladson, H. (1990): Remote Sensing Year Book. Taylor and Francis, London.
4. Deekshatulu, B.L. and Rajan, Y.S. (ed.) (1984): Remote Sensing. Indian Academy of Science,
Bangalore.
5. Lillesand, T.M. and Kiefer, R.W. (2000): Remote Sensing and Image Interpretation. John Wiley and
Sons, New York.
6. Rampal, K.K. (1999): Handbook of Aerial Photography and Interpretation. Concept Publishing.
Company, New Delhi.

Note: In the Final Examination Students shall be examined by external and internal examiners. Marks
Distribution: Written Exam, Viva, Practical File, Map Preparation using open source GIS, Image processing Software
Use.

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 B.A /B.Sc. 3rd Year, Sem. VI, Course III
(Practical)

Program/Class: Degree/BA Year: Third Semester: Sixth

Subject: Geography
Course Code: A110604P
Course Title: Remote Sensing

Outcomes :On completion of this course, learners will be able to understand and Conceptualize Remote
Sensing and GIS Technique
Credits: 2 Core Compulsory

Max. Marks: 25 Min. Passing Marks: As per rules

Total No. of Lectures-Tutorials-Practical (in hours per week): P-2/w

Unit Topics No. of

Lectures
I Measure of photo scale 5
Construction Mosaic and triplet Downloading of Remote Sensing Images from 10
II various online platforms (like Bhuvan,

III Land use Classification (Supervised and Un- supervised) using downloaded images 10
Suggested Readings:
1. Curran, P.J. (1985): Principles of Remote Sensing, Longman, London
2. Chaunial, D. D. (2004): Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System(in Hindi), Sharda
Pustak Bhawan, Allahabad
3. Cracknell, A. and Ladson, H. (1990): Remote Sensing Year Book. Taylor and Francis, London.
4. Deekshatulu, B.L. and Rajan, Y.S. (ed.) (1984): Remote Sensing. Indian Academy of Science,
Bangalore.
5. Lillesand, T.M. and Kiefer, R.W. (2000): Remote Sensing and Image Interpretation. John Wiley and
Sons, New York.
6. Rampal, K.K. (1999): Handbook of Aerial Photography and Interpretation. Concept Publishing.
Company, New Delhi.

Note: In the Final Examination, Students shall be examined by external and internal examiners. Marks Distribution:
Written Exam, Viva, Practical File, Map Preparation using open source GIS, Image processing Software Use.

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