Plate Tectonics – The Earth Is Alive Beneath Our Feet
🌍 Plate Tectonics – The Earth Is Alive Beneath Our Feet Ever wondered why earthquakes strike, volcanoes erupt, or how gigantic mountain ranges like the Himalayas were born? The answer is Plate Tectonics —the science that explains how the Earth’s outer shell is constantly on the move. Now don’t worry—we’re not diving into complicated jargon. This is going to be simple, story-like, and most importantly, exam-relevant . Whether you’re preparing for UPSC , SSC , or any state PCS, this topic is a must-know. 🧠 Why It Matters for Exams (UPSC/SSC) GS Paper 1 (UPSC) – Physical Geography GS Paper 3 – Disaster Management (Earthquakes, Tsunamis, etc.) Essay Paper – Nature, Disaster, Sustainable Development Prelims – Direct MCQs (Match the following, map-based) SSC & State PCS – Static GK + Map questions 🥚 Imagine Earth as a Boiled Egg Let’s start simple. Picture the Earth like a boiled egg : Shell = Crust (Solid, brittle) White = Mantle (Hot, semi-fluid) Yolk = Core (Mos...