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1. Bengal

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   The region of Bengal (also historically known as Bangla or Bangal) is a major geographical and cultural entity located in the eastern part of the Indian subcontinent. Primarily situated in the fertile delta formed by the Ganges and Brahmaputra Rivers, it encompasses the modern nation-states of Bangladesh and the Indian state of West Bengal. The region is characterized by its dense population, intense agricultural output, and a distinct c…

2. Himalayas

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   Glaciation and Hydrology
   The Himalayas serve as the primary source for some of Asia's largest and most vital river systems, often referred to as the "Third Pole" due to its vast ice reserves. Key river systems originating here include the Ganges, Indus, Brahmaputra, Yangtze, and Mekong. These rivers collectively support billions of people.
   The glaciers themselves behave erratically. While global warming trends affect their mass balance, the primary driver for glacial retreat in the Himalay…