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What is a paradigm? Discuss the development of major paradigms and their contributions to the Geography as a discipline.

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Category: Geography (Optional),

Test Date: 13 Jul 2024

Theme: Development of Paradigms | 250 Words | 15 Marks

Approach:

  1. Introduction: Define the concept of paradigms in the context of Geography.
  2. Main Body:
    • Early Paradigms: Describe environmental determinism and possibilism.
    • Quantitative Revolution: Discuss the introduction of quantitative methods and spatial analysis.
    • Humanistic and Behavioral Paradigms: Explain the shift towards understanding human-environment interactions and individual perceptions.
    • Critical Geography: Outline the emergence of Marxist, feminist, and postmodern perspectives.
  3. Conclusion: Summarize the evolution of paradigms and their impact on the field of Geography.
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