This self-paced course offers a concise yet comprehensive exploration of Ancient Bharat’s geography. You will traverse its deep geological past, survey its physiographic zones, and examine the river systems, climate patterns, biodiversity, and resource endowments that shaped early civilizations. Each module combines clear exposition with targeted examples to build a coherent geographical framework for understanding India’s ancient cultural and economic landscapes.

• Summarize the major geological epochs and their impact on India’s landforms.
• Differentiate the key physiographic divisions and explain their formation processes.
• Map the principal river systems and assess their roles in ancient settlement and trade.
• Analyze climate zones and monsoon dynamics in relation to early agricultural cycles.
• Identify characteristic flora, fauna, and mineral resources of ancient India.
• Evaluate how geography influenced agrarian practices and early industries.
• Integrate geographical insights into interpretations of ancient political and cultural developments.