Geography of India is awesome and is reflected in its enriching diversity . From sombre snow-capped mountain ranges to turbulent seas, from sun-drenched deserts to dense rain forests, from tranquil hill stations to picturesque valleys, the geography of India has it all. The mainland of India extends between 8º 4' N and 37º 6' North Latitudes and 68º 7' and 97º 25 'East Longitudes.
Geography of India has many rivers and river systems, which are the major sources of country's irrigation and electricity. Some of the major rivers of India are Ganga, Yamuna, Narmada, Godavari, Krishna, Kaveri and Mahanadi. Besides these, the mighty Brahmaputra and Indus rivers also flow through India.
India offers big regional variations in its climate, from cool mountain pastures beside the glaciers, through windy plateau, to warm river valleys and burning deserts.
The diversity of India's climatic conditions and topography is reflected in its rich flora and fauna which only a few countries of comparable size possess.
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