The Aravalli Range is one of the oldest mountain systems in the world and plays a crucial role in protecting North India’s climate. In this video, you will understand: • Why the Aravallis act as a natural barrier against desertification • How they help control pollution and recharge groundwater • Important rivers originating from the Aravalli watershed • The recent definition issue related to hill height and its environmental impact This topic is highly important for UPSC Prelims and Mains (GS-1 & GS-3) under Indian Geography and Environment. #AravalliRange #ClimateChangeIndia #EnvironmentUPSC #IndianGeography #UPSC #IAS #UPSCPreparation #UPSCPrelims #UPSCMains #upsc2026 #GS1 #GS3 #PhysicalGeography #GeographyOptional #MountainRangesOfIndia #Desertification #TharDesert #GroundwaterRecharge #EcologyUPSC #ClimateCrisisIndia