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Systematic Geography Of Jammu & Kashmir is a resource book that describes the physical and geographical characteristics of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Summary Of The Book The state of Jammu and Kashmir is located at the northernmost point in India. This state is largely located within the Himalayan mountains and shares its borders with Pakistan and People’s Republic of China. The state of Jammu and Kashmir consists of three areas, Ladakh, Jammu, and Kashmir. Ladakh is filled with mountains. The area known as Kashmir is a valley. The entire state is dotted with a variable topography. As a result, the climatic patterns, elevation, amount of precipitation, and biodiversity is diverse. Systematic Geography Of Jammu & Kashmir is a book that is ideally suited for tourists, both domestic and international, as well as teachers and students of geography. The author has attempted to present a complete and comprehensive picture of the physical geography in the context of the economic and socio-cultural milieus of this state. This book contains information obtained from the most recent data and literature available. The information in the text is supplemented by primary information which the author gathered during his decade long stay in Jammu & Kashmir. In speaking about the geographical aspects of this state, the author has focused on the climate, soils, structure, natural vegetation, mineral resources, population, ethnic composition, agriculture, tourism, industries, transport, trade, and urbanization. This book also contains diagrams and neat maps which will greatly aid in understanding the geography of this region. After reading this book, students and visitors alike will gain a deeper appreciation for the cultural diversity and geographical personality of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Systematic Geography Of Jammu & Kashmir was published in 2000. About Majid Husain Majid Husain is an author and professor. He has authored numerous texts in Geography. Some of these titles are Indian and World Geography, World Geography, Evolution Of Geographical Thought, Fundamentals of Physical Geography, and Geography Of India. Dr. Husain is dedicated to his research and teaching. Earlier, he was the Head Of Department of Geography at North Eastern Hill University, Jamia Millia Islamia, and the University of Kashmir. Dr. Husain has the uncanny ability to simplify difficult geographical concepts. His writings are read and acclaimed all over the world. Some of his texts are used as reference books and standard texts. Dr. Husain is currently a professor in the Department of Geography, at Jamia Millia Islamia, in New Delhi.