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Paatalkot Valley

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✅ About :
- A scenic horseshoe-shaped valley spread over about 79 sq km, surrounded by dense hills.

- The Doodhi River, a tributary of the Narmada, flows through this valley.

- It is inhabited by the Gond and Bharia tribes, both recognized as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).

✅Geology :
- The region dates back to the Archaean eraaround 2.5 billion years ago making it one of the oldest rock formations in India.

- The valley’s rocks include granite gneiss, green schists, and quartz, along with Gondwana sediments like sandstone, shale, and carbonaceous shale.

✅Cultural and Tourism :
- Every October, the Satpuda Adventure Sports Festival is organized here, promoting tourism, local culture, and community participation.

Hello Doston,

Today we begin our Sociology preparation journey for UPSC 2027.

This first step is important, start early, stay consistent, and take maximum advantage of this time to raise your chances to crack upsc 2027.

Shekhar Sir will be taking a live induction class today, where he’ll discuss:

How to plan your preparation for 2027

What schedule to follow

Which resources are most suitable for Sociology

To attend this session, you can sign up for free trial access to the Sociology 2027 course.
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Madagascar.

[ Places in the news ]

✅ About :
- Madagascar is a sovereign island republic located off the southeastern coast of Africa.

- It is known for its unique biodiversity and rich cultural heritage.

- Capital : Antananarivo.

- Location : Lies about 400 km east of Mozambique, separated by the Mozambique Channel.

- Region : Part of the southwestern Indian Ocean region.

✅ History :

- Was a French colony until 1960, when it gained independence.

- The post-independence period has seen frequent political instability, military coups, and power struggles.

- In 2009, Andry Rajoelina, former mayor of Antananarivo, seized power through a coup, drawing international criticism.

✅ Geological and Physical Features :

- Divided into three main regions: the central high plateau, eastern coastal plains, and western low plateaus.

- Major volcanic mountain ranges include Ankaratra (8,671 ft) and Andringitra (8,720 ft), which serve as key watersheds.

-Important rivers : Mangoky, Onilahy, and Tsiribihina.

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This Diwali, take a break from screens and rediscover life beyond notifications! 🌼
📵 Go screen-free for 3 days – 19, 20 & 21 October
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Tuvalu

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✅ What it is :

- A small Polynesian island nation in the west-central Pacific Ocean.

- Known for its rich marine ecosystems and extreme vulnerability to climate change.

✅ Location :

- Comprises nine atolls and reef islands
- Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)

✅Capital:

- Vaiaku, located on Funafuti Atoll

✅ History:

- Formerly part of the British Gilbert and Ellice Islands Colony.

- Gained independence in 1978.

✅ Geographical Features :

- Consists of five atolls and four reef islands.
- Extremely low-lying terrain.
- Highly vulnerable to sea-level rise and coastal erosion.

✅ Climate :

- Tropical maritime climate.
- Heavy rainfall
- Dominated by southeast trade winds; experiences frequent westerly storms.

✅ Natural Resources :

- No rivers depends on rainwater collection and wells.
- Porous soils limit agriculture to coconuts, breadfruit, and taro.

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We’re back with something truly Power-Packed
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After 3 days off screens, with family, food, and laughter..we’re Right Back
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And this time, the focus is sharper than ever
Bringing new initiatives > simple, exam-centric, and designed to help you score more marks without throwing more material at you.

We’re starting with mini-series on UPSC’s favourite topics & core concepts across subjects,
along with Prelims-oriented, MCQ-driven practice videos.

All in line with our approach,No Noise, No Clutter, only what truly helps you score high.

Because preparation is about doing the right things, calmly and consistently.

So, let’s start again
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See you tonight at 10 PM for the detailed video on this.

Let’s welcome back the Prep Days.
Let’s make every day count.
Let’s win together.

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