{"id":29381,"date":"2024-02-23T10:09:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-23T10:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=29381"},"modified":"2024-02-23T10:09:02","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T10:09:02","slug":"humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/","title":{"rendered":"Humidity &#8211; UPSC World Geography Notes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-geography?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Geography\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/14.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/14.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/14-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/14-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Humidity<\/strong> denotes the quantity of water vapor present in the atmosphere.\u00a0 The air&#8217;s capacity to retain water vapor is dictated by its temperature.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are three main classifications of humidity: absolute, relative, and specific humidity. These different forms of humidity measurements offer distinct insights into the moisture content in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a041cd35f6b0\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a041cd35f6b0\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#WATER_CYCLE_%E2%80%93_HYDROLOGICAL_CYCLE\" title=\"WATER CYCLE &#8211; HYDROLOGICAL CYCLE\">WATER CYCLE &#8211; HYDROLOGICAL CYCLE<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#WATER_VAPOUR_IN_ATMOSPHERE\" title=\"WATER VAPOUR IN ATMOSPHERE\">WATER VAPOUR IN ATMOSPHERE<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#TYPES_OF_HUMIDITY\" title=\"TYPES OF HUMIDITY\">TYPES OF HUMIDITY<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#ABSOLUTE_HUMIDITY\" title=\"ABSOLUTE HUMIDITY\">ABSOLUTE HUMIDITY<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#RELATIVE_HUMIDITY\" title=\"RELATIVE HUMIDITY\">RELATIVE HUMIDITY<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#SPECIFIC_HUMIDITY\" title=\"SPECIFIC HUMIDITY\">SPECIFIC HUMIDITY<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#DEW_POINT\" title=\"DEW POINT\">DEW POINT<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#SIGNIFICANCE_OF_HUMIDITY\" title=\"SIGNIFICANCE OF HUMIDITY\">SIGNIFICANCE OF HUMIDITY<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#FAQs_on_Humidity_Water_Cycle_and_Significance\" title=\"FAQs on Humidity, Water Cycle, and Significance:\">FAQs on Humidity, Water Cycle, and Significance:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#1_What_is_humidity_and_what_are_its_main_types\" title=\"1. What is humidity, and what are its main types?\">1. What is humidity, and what are its main types?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#2_How_does_the_water_cycle_work\" title=\"2. How does the water cycle work?\">2. How does the water cycle work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#3_What_are_the_different_types_of_humidity_and_how_are_they_measured\" title=\"3. What are the different types of humidity, and how are they measured?\">3. What are the different types of humidity, and how are they measured?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#4_What_is_the_dew_point_and_how_does_it_impact_condensation\" title=\"4. What is the dew point, and how does it impact condensation?\">4. What is the dew point, and how does it impact condensation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#5_How_does_humidity_impact_human_health_and_climate\" title=\"5. How does humidity impact human health and climate?\">5. How does humidity impact human health and climate?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/humidity-upsc-world-geography-notes\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WATER_CYCLE_%E2%80%93_HYDROLOGICAL_CYCLE\"><\/span><strong>WATER CYCLE &#8211; HYDROLOGICAL CYCLE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The movement of water across the Earth involves an ongoing exchange between the atmosphere, oceans, and continents through several processes: evaporation, transpiration, condensation, and precipitation.<\/li><li>Water vapor in the atmosphere originates from water bodies through evaporation and from plants through transpiration, collectively known as evapotranspiration.<\/li><li>Evaporated water transforms into clouds through condensation. When these clouds reach saturation, they release water in the form of precipitation, such as rain or snow.<\/li><li>Maintaining equilibrium within the system requires a balance between the amount of water lost through evapotranspiration and the quantity returned through precipitation.\u00a0<\/li><li>This equilibrium is sustained by the hydrological cycle, ensuring a continuous and balanced movement of water throughout the Earth&#8217;s systems.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/qsdDumPyEscdFbxl2oXMj7IMGrXdI7DLNoaBIlgIkSmbD3e2vfbP50ZHlhF9mBrkXtj_0_HkB2TXn9HHEJY8swPkklejxj1eLcqQIBq3s4Wo6AZm9eINEQlpp-DXawOM7xU7Jf49i3kYLlIiQM3RNp8\" alt=\"water cycle\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption>water cycle<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WATER_VAPOUR_IN_ATMOSPHERE\"><\/span><strong>WATER VAPOUR IN ATMOSPHERE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The quantity of water vapour present in the air ranges from zero to four percent by volume of the atmosphere, with an average around 2% in the atmosphere.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The measurement of the amount of water vapour, which is referred to as humidity<\/strong>, is typically assessed using an instrument called a<strong> hygrometer.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TYPES_OF_HUMIDITY\"><\/span><strong>TYPES OF HUMIDITY<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ABSOLUTE_HUMIDITY\"><\/span><strong>ABSOLUTE HUMIDITY<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Absolute humidity<\/strong> defines the mass of water vapour present within a given volume of air.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is typically measured in grams per cubic metre.&nbsp;<\/li><li>However, its usage in meteorology is relatively limited due to its variability across different locations on the Earth&#8217;s surface.<\/li><li>As an air mass rises or falls, its volume changes, causing the absolute humidity to fluctuate due to the expansion or contraction of the air.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This variability makes it less commonly employed by meteorologists for detailed analysis or calculations.<\/li><li>&nbsp;Consequently, meteorologists often use other measurements of humidity that allow for easier comparisons and calculations in weather analysis.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RELATIVE_HUMIDITY\"><\/span><strong>RELATIVE HUMIDITY<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Relative humidity <\/strong>is the ratio between the total capacity of air to hold moisture at a specific temperature and the actual quantity of moisture it currently contains.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It&#8217;s typically measured in percentages. As temperature increases, relative humidity tends to decrease.<\/li><li>Over the oceans, relative humidity tends to be higher, while over continental areas, it is generally lower due to various atmospheric conditions and proximity to water bodies.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The dew point temperature<\/strong> is the specific temperature at which the relative humidity reaches 100%, signifying that the air is fully saturated with moisture. In simple terms, it&#8217;s the temperature at which condensation starts when air is cooled. This temperature corresponds to the saturation temperature of water vapour at its particular partial pressure in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-support-program-with-test-series\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"47045\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/bannner-1600-x-1600-2400-x-1392-px-1280-x-300-px-1024x300.png\" alt=\"PSP 2025\" class=\"wp-image-47045 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/300;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SPECIFIC_HUMIDITY\"><\/span><strong>SPECIFIC HUMIDITY<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Specific humidity<\/strong> quantifies the weight of water vapour contained within a specific weight of air.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It&#8217;s typically measured in units such as grams per kilogram.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Unlike absolute and relative humidity, specific humidity remains unaffected by alterations in pressure or temperature because it is gauged in weight units.<\/li><li>Specific humidity is considered a constant value as it directly measures the actual weight of water vapour in a given mass of air, while absolute and relative humidity are more susceptible to variations due to changes in atmospheric conditions like temperature and pressure.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DEW_POINT\"><\/span><strong>DEW POINT<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The dew point marks the temperature at which the air holds moisture to its maximum capacity, indicating complete saturation at 100% relative humidity.\u00a0<\/li><li>At this stage, the air is incapable of containing any additional moisture.<\/li><li>Vapour condenses when the air&#8217;s temperature drops below the dew point temperature. If the dew point is above 0 degrees Celsius, the vapour condenses into liquid droplets. Conversely, when the dew point falls below 0 degrees Celsius, the vapour forms into ice crystals.<\/li><li>Condensation in the open atmosphere takes place when minute particles called hygroscopic condensation nuclei cool.\u00a0<\/li><li>These particles, such as dust, smoke, and sea salt, possess the capability to absorb water, making them particularly effective nuclei for condensation.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/EIKgRFVvMBuQoQHSGgAuAf9XgAfrIhSGV_xQoSKrcPAyGr36Cd3GwogcI-7N-bEW51JgOdseY8-5gN7EeUNXfduVhL6qFdCh2euCZz2h9Dep2TZIotLXr3VscMUMl8gN1-uvY8IpqTsMK17TDUC88p8\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The dew point temperature<\/strong> refers to the specific temperature at which humid air or gas needs to be consistently cooled at a constant pressure for condensation to initiate.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It represents the threshold temperature at which the air reaches its saturation point and begins the process of condensation.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SIGNIFICANCE_OF_HUMIDITY\"><\/span><strong>SIGNIFICANCE OF HUMIDITY<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Humidity significantly influences human health by affecting thermal comfort.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The presence of humidity in the air has a notable impact on our well-being.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It can store a substantial amount of energy, and when it converts to a liquid state, such as during rain, it releases that stored energy.<\/li><li>Humidity plays a crucial role in stabilising our climate.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Its presence in the atmosphere helps mitigate severe temperature fluctuations.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It moderates extreme temperature swings, contributing to a more stable and balanced climate due to its capacity to absorb and release energy.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Humidity_Water_Cycle_and_Significance\"><\/span><strong>FAQs on Humidity, Water Cycle, and Significance:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_humidity_and_what_are_its_main_types\"><\/span>1. What is humidity, and what are its main types?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Humidity represents the amount of water vapour in the air and is classified into three main types: absolute, relative, and specific humidity. These different forms of humidity measurements offer distinct insights into the moisture content in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_How_does_the_water_cycle_work\"><\/span>2. How does the water cycle work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The water cycle involves continuous movement of water through various processes, including evaporation, transpiration, condensation, and precipitation. Water vapour in the atmosphere originates from sources such as water bodies and plants through evapotranspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_are_the_different_types_of_humidity_and_how_are_they_measured\"><\/span>3. What are the different types of humidity, and how are they measured?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Absolute humidity measures the mass of water vapour in a given volume of air and is often expressed in grams per cubic metre. Relative humidity quantifies the ratio between the air&#8217;s moisture capacity and its actual moisture content, typically in percentages. Specific humidity measures the weight of water vapour in a specific weight of air, commonly in grams per kilogram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_dew_point_and_how_does_it_impact_condensation\"><\/span>4. What is the dew point, and how does it impact condensation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The dew point is the temperature at which air becomes saturated, holding moisture to its maximum capacity at 100% relative humidity. When the air&#8217;s temperature drops below the dew point, condensation occurs, forming liquid droplets if the dew point is above 0 degrees Celsius or ice crystals if below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_does_humidity_impact_human_health_and_climate\"><\/span>5. How does humidity impact human health and climate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Humidity significantly influences human health by affecting thermal comfort. It also plays a crucial role in stabilising the climate, moderating extreme temperature swings by absorbing and releasing energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UPSC-Essay-Course-1280\u00d7300-1-3.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42688 lazyload\" width=\"781\" height=\"182\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 781px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 781\/182;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\"><\/span><strong>In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For UPSC Prelims Resources,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-cse-prelims-resource-centre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Daily Updates and Study Material:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join our Telegram Channel &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/WithEdukemy4IAS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edukemy for IAS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1. 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