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India: Climate, Flora and Fauna — Revision Notes
ICSE · Class 8 · Geography
India: Climate, Flora and Fauna revision notes for ICSE Class 8 Geography: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the ICSE Class 8 Geography syllabus.
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1. Climate of India
- Climate is studied through temperature, rainfall, atmospheric pressure, and wind direction.
- India’s climate is called Tropical Monsoons because monsoon winds reverse their direction seasonally.
- The Tropic of Cancer at 23½°N divides India into two halves: the north temperate zone and the south tropical zone.
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2. Seasons and Monsoon in India
- India has four main seasons based on monsoon variation.
- Hot dry season: March to May.
- Rainy season or southwest monsoon season: June to September.
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3. Climatic Contrasts in India
- India has strong climatic contrasts because of its large size and varied relief.
- In Rajasthan, temperature can rise up to 55°C.
- In Dras near Kargil, temperature can drop to -40°C.
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4. Forest Resources and Natural Vegetation
- India has over 10,000 species of flowering plants, which is about 6% of the world total.
- Total forest cover is 21.53% of the total geographic area.
- The national policy target for forest cover is 33.3% of the total area.
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Climate is studied through temperatureThe Tropic of Cancer divides IndiaThe Great Himalayan range blocks bitterTemperature decreases at the rateCoastal places have a marine
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Key topics in India: Climate, Flora and Fauna include Climate of India, Seasons and Monsoon in India, Climatic Contrasts in India, Forest Resources and Natural Vegetation. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 8 exams.
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