Geography for CUET: Geography syllabus for CUET, has already been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and can be downloaded from its official website. This article aims at providing all the essential information regarding CUET and also a detailed syllabus and exam pattern of Geography for CUET. It will also try to help you with a brief preparation strategy and give some useful tips regarding it. The CUET (Common University Entrance Test) is a centralised test through which candidates across the country will be looking to secure a seat in any of the participating universities. The competition is going to be huge and you should prepare yourself in the best possible way to increase your chance of being successful. The first step in any preparation is to comprehend the syllabus and think of a suitable way for preparation. Candidates are advised to go through the Geography syllabus for CUET in detail to get a brief understanding of what to expect in the exam.
Geography as a subject explores various physical properties of the Earth’s surface and the pattern of human settlement across it. To score well in CUET and secure a seat in the top-rank universities, thorough preparation is needed. Going through the syllabus and devising a proper strategy is very important for this. The Geography syllabus for CUET is covered by two main topics,
Both the topics include 5 units each with their respective sub-units. A detailed syllabus is discussed in the table below:
| SL. No. | UNIT | SUB-UNIT |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Human Geography: Nature and Scope | |
| 2. | People | Population change-spatial patterns and structure; determinants of population change; Age-sex ratio; rural-urban composition; Human development – concept; selected indicators, international comparisons. |
| 3. | Human Activities | Primary activities – concept and changing trends; gathering, pastoral, mining, subsistence agriculture,
modern agriculture; people engaged in agriculture and allied activities – some examples from selected
countries; Secondary activities – concept; manufacturing: agro-processing, household, small scale, large scale; people engaged in secondary activities – some examples from selected countries; Tertiary activities – concept; trade, transport, and communication; services; people engaged in tertiary activities – some examples from selected countries; Quaternary activities – concept; knowledge-based industries; people engaged in quaternary activities – some examples from selected countries. |
| 4. | Transport, Communication, and Trade | Land transport – roads, railways – rail network; trans-continental railways; Water transport- inland waterways; major ocean routes; Air transport – Intercontinental air routes; Oil and gas pipelines; Satellite communication and cyberspace; International trade – Basis and changing patterns; ports as gateways of international trade, the role of WTO in International trade. |
| 5. | Human Settlements | Settlement types – rural and urban; morphology of cities (case study); distribution of megacities; problems of human settlements in developing countries. |
| SL. No. | UNIT | SUB-UNIT |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | People | Population: distribution, density, and growth; composition of the population - linguistic, religious;
sex, rural-urban and occupational - regional variations in the growth of population; Migration: international, national – causes and consequences; Human development – selected indicators and regional patterns; Population, environment, and development. |
| 2. | Human Settlements | Rural settlements – types and distribution; Urban settlements – types, distribution, and functional classification. |
| 3. | Resources and Development (Periods 30) | Land resources – general land use; agricultural land use – major crops; agricultural
development, & problems, common property resources; Water resources: availability and utilization; irrigation, domestic, industrial, and other uses; 1 case study related with participatory watershed management to be introduced. Mineral and energy resources – metallic and non-metallic minerals and their distribution; conventional and non-conventional energy sources; Industries – types and distribution; industrial location and clustering; changing pattern of selected industries – iron and steel, cotton textiles, sugar, petrochemicals, and knowledge-based industries; the impact of liberalisation, privatisation, and globalisation on industrial location; Planning in India – target area planning (case study); the idea of sustainable development (case study). |
| 4. | Transport, Communication, and International Trade | Transport and communication - roads, railways, waterways, and airways; oil and gas pipelines; national
electric grids; communication networkings – radio, television, satellite, and internet; International trade — a changing pattern of India’s foreign trade; seaports and their hinterland and airports. |
| 5. | Geographical Perspective on Selected Issues and Problems | Environmental pollution; urban-waste disposal; Urbanisation-rural-urban migration; the problem of slums; Land Degradation. |
Knowing the syllabus and going through it, the next big thing is how to prepare geography for CUET. Before devising a preparational strategy, it is always advisable to go through the exam pattern and understand it. This helps in planning the strategy better and following it on a daily basis. The detailed exam pattern for geography is described below:
Now that you are equipped with all the necessary information regarding the geography paper for CUET, you can go ahead and start preparing for the exam.
It is always ideal to keep in mind a few basic things, while you are planning your strategy.
How to prepare geography for CUET? The article now will discuss a detailed step-wise strategy, that will make your task easier and help in planning your strategy in a most effective fashion.
To begin with, you should go through the syllabus thoroughly and also follow some sample questions. This will enable you to comprehend the idea of the content of the syllabus as well as the importance/weightage of each unit. An all-around knowledge about the subject and the exams always boosts the effectiveness of your plan. Based on these factors, you can plan your preparation schedule easily.
Manage your time well, and never fall behind the schedule. Time management is one of the core values, that every aspirant must have. You can manage your time well only by sticking to your timetable strictly. Identify your strengths and weaknesses and make a timetable that will allow you to cover all the topics on time and leave some extra time for practice and revision.
All through your preparation stage for Geography (CUET), a disciplined approach is very crucial. Preparing an ideal routine is not enough, implementing it with punctuality is also necessary. A routine only produces results when you are regularly following it. Here, both thing goes hand in hand. A suitable routine also reduces unnecessary efforts and ensures that you remain focused and goal-oriented. It acts as guidance in your preparational journey.
Revision is necessary as it double-checks, you don't leave anything behind. Practice always intends to make you better. Don't forget to make revisions and take the mock test. Mock tests will fine polish you and make you ready for the exam. This will also give you a good idea about time management on exam day. There is no better way to get an exam kind of feeling before an exam than a mock test. So, this is a must.
Another essential objective that you have to keep in mind is to eat healthily and stay fit during this whole time. You can not afford to fall sick during your preparation days. Concentration is also hindered when your body doesn’t feel well. So, a healthy and sound body and mind are very crucial. Clarity(of the syllabus), concentration (towards your goal), and consistency (with your effort), if you can ensure these three things and follow the strategic plan discussed above success will be within your reach.
CUET is expected to be a major turning point in the history of higher education in India. Ramp up your preparation early to ace the CUET and give your best. Kickstart your preparation for Boards + CUET 2023 with CL now. With an experience of 10+ years in UG test preparation, Career Launcher offers distinguished programs and courses to guide the students with their preparation. Explore various online coaching offered by Career Launcher. For further assistance, talk to our expert counsellors on 8882-120-120.
All the Best!