Geology of the Himalaya
- 2nd Edition - March 1, 2026
- Latest edition
- Author: B.K. Chakrabarti
- Language: English
Geology of the Himalaya, Second Edition presents sophisticated, structural, metamorphic, and igneous rock data across various Himalayan geographic sectors, with a focus on Precam… Read more
Readers will better understand the geological diversity and structure of the Himalayan belt, along with new techniques that have applications in a host of global geological settings. In addition, users will learn about the geological diversity and structure of the Himalayan belt and new techniques that have broad applications in global geological settings.
- Features a vast amount of geological research data collected in the Himalayas over the past 50 years
- Presents analysis and interpretation techniques to aid scientists in conducting fieldwork and research
- Provides the latest information on geodynamic concepts, from isostasy over continental collision to feedback mechanisms between tectonics and climate
- Focuses on Precambrian and Cenozoic tectonics and the holistic tectonic evolution of the Himalayas, offering new insights and perspectives that challenge existing paradigms
- Authored by a recognized global expert on the geology of the Himalayan belt with decades of experience
2. Lithotectonic Subdivisions of the Himalaya
3. Pakistan Himalaya
4. Jammu-Kashmir Himalaya
5. Himachal Himalaya
6. Garhwal–Kumaon Himalaya
7. Nepal Himalaya
8. Darjeeling–Sikkim Himalaya
9. Bhutan Himalaya
10. Arunachal Himalaya
11. Precambrian Tectonics in the Himalaya
12. Cambrian Orogeny
13. Cenozoic Orogeny
14. Tectonic evolution of the Himalaya Index Glossary of terminology
- Edition: 2
- Latest edition
- Published: March 1, 2026
- Language: English
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B.K. Chakrabarti
Dr. B.K. Chakrabarti is retired Director of the Geological Survey of India and a Sir J.Coggin Brown Gold Medalist for his work on Precambrian geology. Dr. Chakrabarti served the Geological Survey of India for over 35 years and has published more than 40 articles and three books on the Himalayas. He is also Fellow of the Indian W.B. Academy of Science and Technology, the Geological Society of India, and The Mining, Geological & Metallurgical Institute of India. Dr. Chakrabarti has been lecturing and working in associated universities for over four decades.