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Climate of Northeast India: Characteristics, Types, Rainfall and Temperature

Climate of Northeast India: Characteristics, Types, Rainfall and Temperature Northeast India has a predominantly tropical character, particularly in its valley regions. The region experiences a monsoon climate characterized by heavy to very heavy rainfall, concentrated mainly during the four summer months from June to September. The southwest monsoon is the principal source of rainfall, and June is generally the rainiest month. The climate of Northeast India is strongly influenced by its geographical location, varied topography, altitude, mountain ranges, river valleys and the southwest monsoon. As a result, considerable climatic variations can be observed between the plains, valleys, foothills and high mountain areas. Climate Characteristics of Northeast India Northeast India generally experiences three major seasons—winter, summer and rainy season . As in much of India, the rainy season largely coincides with the summer months because of the influence of the southwest monsoon. A ma...

Ahom Administration System | Ahom Kingdom | UPSC | ADRE | APSC

Ahom Administration System and Ahom Kingdom The system of government was partly monarchical and partly aristocratic. The king, or Swarga Maharaja as he was called, was the supreme head of the state. All honors, titles, offices, decisions, and war measures emanated from the king, but he had to act according to the advice of the five hereditary councilors of state, the Buragohain, the Bargohain, the Barpatra-gohain, the Barbaruah, and the Barphukan. The King (Swargadeo) The kingdom of Ahom was under the rule of a king who was known as Swargadeo (Chao-Pha in Ahom language). The king had to be from the line of Sukaphaa, the first Ahom king. Generally, succession was based on primogeniture, though on occasion it was possible for the great Gohains (Dangaria) to elect another descendant of Sukaphaa from a different line or even enthroned or depose one. Dangaria For support in administration, Sukaphaa had two great Gohains: Borgohain and Burhagohain. They both had independent territories in th...

Nagaland Physiography: Hills, Ranges, Plains & Peaks

Nagaland Physiography: Hills, Ranges, Plains and Major Physical Features Nagaland is one of the most mountainous states of northeastern India and is known for its rugged hills, steep ridges, narrow valleys, forests and deeply dissected terrain. Located in the far northeastern part of India, Nagaland shares boundaries with Arunachal Pradesh and Assam in the north, Assam in the west and northwest, Manipur in the south, and Myanmar in the east . The state covers an area of 16,579 square kilometres , while Kohima is its capital. Nagaland forms part of the broader hill and mountain system of northeastern India and represents a continuation of the Naga Hills and Indo-Myanmar mountain system . Its eastern and southeastern highlands merge with the Patkai Range , while the Barail Range extends through the southwestern part of the state. The landscape is therefore characterized by high hills, sharp ridges, deep valleys, gorges and limited plains. The state is particularly important from the pe...

Soil of Arunachal Pradesh – Types, Characteristics, Distribution and Soil Erosion

Soil of Arunachal Pradesh: Types, Characteristics, Distribution and Importance Introduction The soil of Arunachal Pradesh is closely connected with the state’s extraordinary variation in relief, climate, geology, vegetation and drainage. From the high Himalayan mountains and steep forested slopes to river valleys, foothills and the adjoining plains, soil conditions change considerably over short distances.

Biodiversity of Arunachal Pradesh: Flora, Fauna, Forests & Wildlife

Biodiversity of Arunachal Pradesh: Flora, Fauna, Forests, Wildlife and Conservation Arunachal Pradesh is one of India's most biologically diverse states and an important part of the Eastern Himalaya biodiversity region . Its enormous variation in altitude, climate, rainfall, forests, rivers and terrain creates a wide range of habitats, supporting thousands of species of plants, animals, birds, orchids and other organisms.