MPSC Geomorphology PYQs (2012-2025) Complete Analysis

Master the Geomorphology (भूशास्त्र) section for MPSC Rajyaseva 2026 with this comprehensive PYQ analysis. In this session, Akshay Sir breaks down 15 years of Previous Year Questions (2012–2025) to help you understand the repeating patterns and evolving nature of geography questions. We cover everything from the internal structure of the Earth and plate tectonics to volcanic landforms and the cycle of erosion. Plus, don't miss the "Kon-Moh-Re-Gat-Le" mnemonic to remember Earth's discontinuities forever! What's inside: 100+ PYQs from MPSC Prelims and Mains. In-depth explanation of Geomorphic processes (Endogenic vs. Exogenic). Detailed study of Rock types and their formation. Bonus strategy for the new 2026 descriptive pattern. Complete Timestamps 0:00 – Why PYQ Analysis is the Key to Predicting 2026 Questions 2:40 – Solar System Formation Theories: Nebular, Tidal, & Binary (Match the Following) 9:15 – Geological Time Scale: Tricks to Remember Eons, Eras, and Periods 13:28 – Continental Drift Theory: Alfred Wegener’s Evidences & Critical Analysis 23:25 – Types of Mountains: Fold, Block, Volcanic, and Residual (Aravalli Case Study) 25:30 – Plateau Classification: Dome-shaped, Volcanic, and Step-like (Vindhyan) 27:10 – Geomorphic Processes: Endogenic (Internal) vs. Exogenic (External) Forces 30:15 – Case Study: Why the Aravallis are Residual Mountains 32:35 – Important Geography Authors and Books (Cosmos, Anthropogeographie, etc.) 34:10 – [CORE SESSION] Interior of the Earth: Density, Temperature, and Pressure 38:40 – BONUS: The "Kon-Moh-Re-Gat-Le" Discontinuity Mnemonic 42:45 – Chemical Composition: Sial, Sima, and Nife (Crust to Core) 51:45 – Discontinuities Deep Dive: Conrad, Mohorovičić, Repetti, Gutenberg, & Lehmann 53:15 – Seismology: Understanding P-Waves, S-Waves, and Surface Waves 55:45 – Wave Properties: Which waves pass through Solids vs. Liquids? 59:40 – Volcanism & Magma: Intrusive (Batholith, Laccolith) vs. Extrusive Forms 1:04:10 – Volcanic Eruption Types: Hawaiian, Strombolian, Vulcanian, and Peléan 1:10:00 – The Rock Cycle: Acidic vs. Basic Lava (Granite vs. Basalt) 1:18:45 – Davis’s Cycle of Erosion: Youth, Mature, and Old Stages 1:25:30 – Fold Types: Monoclinal, Isoclinal, Recumbent, and Overturned 1:28:40 – Weathering Processes: Physical, Chemical, and Biological 1:30:45 – Fluvial & Coastal Landforms: Potholes, Waterfalls, Meanders, and Deltas 1:38:00 – Aeolian (Wind) Landforms: Mushroom Rocks, Inselbergs, and Barkhans 1:42:30 – Glacial Features: Cirque, Horns, U-shaped Valleys, and Moraines 1:45:10 – Karst Topography: Sinkholes and Limestone Caves 1:49:15 – Oceanography PYQs: Trenches (Mariana, Java) and Ocean Currents 1:56:00 – Settlement Patterns & Final Strategy Session Subscribe to UPSC MPSC with Akshay Sir for more dedicated PYQ series and concept-clearing marathons! #mpsc #geomorphology #Upsc