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Major Cartographic Works of India

Description: This quiz aims to test your knowledge about the major cartographic works of India. These works have played a significant role in shaping the understanding of India's geography and have contributed to the development of cartography in the country.
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Which of the following is considered the first comprehensive atlas of India?

  1. The Atlas of India

  2. The Imperial Gazetteer of India

  3. The Survey of India Maps

  4. The National Atlas of India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Atlas of India, published in 1827 by John Walker, was the first comprehensive atlas of India. It contained 76 maps covering various aspects of the country's geography, including physical features, administrative divisions, and economic resources.

Who was the first Surveyor General of India?

  1. James Rennell

  2. William Lambton

  3. George Everest

  4. Andrew Waugh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

James Rennell was the first Surveyor General of India, appointed in 1767. He played a crucial role in establishing the scientific foundation of Indian cartography and conducted extensive surveys to map the country.

Which of the following is known as the 'Great Trigonometrical Survey of India'?

  1. The Survey of India Maps

  2. The Imperial Gazetteer of India

  3. The National Atlas of India

  4. The Atlas of India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Survey of India Maps, also known as the 'Great Trigonometrical Survey of India', was a massive undertaking that began in 1802 and lasted for over a century. It aimed to create a comprehensive and accurate map of the entire Indian subcontinent.

When was the first edition of the Imperial Gazetteer of India published?

  1. 1881

  2. 1897

  3. 1907

  4. 1917


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first edition of the Imperial Gazetteer of India was published in 1881. It was a comprehensive work that provided detailed information about the geography, history, economy, and culture of India.

Which of the following is the most recent edition of the National Atlas of India?

  1. 2005

  2. 2010

  3. 2015

  4. 2020


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The most recent edition of the National Atlas of India is the 2019 edition. It is a comprehensive collection of maps and data that provides a detailed overview of the country's geography, natural resources, economy, and social conditions.

What is the scale of the Survey of India Topographic Maps?

  1. 1:250,000

  2. 1:50,000

  3. 1:25,000

  4. 1:10,000


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Survey of India Topographic Maps are typically published at a scale of 1:50,000. This means that one centimeter on the map represents 50,000 centimeters (or 500 meters) on the ground.

Which of the following is NOT a major river system depicted in the National Atlas of India?

  1. Ganges

  2. Indus

  3. Brahmaputra

  4. Narmada


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Narmada River is not depicted as a major river system in the National Atlas of India. The atlas focuses on the major river systems of the Ganges, Indus, and Brahmaputra.

What is the name of the mountain range that separates the Indo-Gangetic Plain from the Deccan Plateau?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Vindhya Range

  3. Satpura Range

  4. Aravalli Range


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Vindhya Range is the mountain range that separates the Indo-Gangetic Plain from the Deccan Plateau. It runs east-west across central India.

Which of the following cities is NOT located on the banks of the Ganges River?

  1. Varanasi

  2. Kanpur

  3. Patna

  4. Ahmedabad


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ahmedabad is not located on the banks of the Ganges River. It is situated on the banks of the Sabarmati River in Gujarat.

What is the name of the largest desert in India?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Great Indian Desert

  3. Rajasthan Desert

  4. Marusthali Desert


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert or the Rajasthan Desert, is the largest desert in India. It covers an area of over 200,000 square kilometers in the northwestern part of the country.

Which of the following is NOT a major port city in India?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Chennai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Surat


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Surat is not a major port city in India. It is a major industrial and commercial center, but it is not located on the coast.

What is the name of the highest peak in India?

  1. Mount Everest

  2. K2

  3. Kanchenjunga

  4. Nanga Parbat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mount Everest is the highest peak in India, with an elevation of 8,848.86 meters above sea level. It is located in the Himalayas on the border between Nepal and China.

Which of the following is NOT a major river system in southern India?

  1. Godavari

  2. Krishna

  3. Cauvery

  4. Narmada


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Narmada River is not a major river system in southern India. It is located in central India and flows westwards into the Arabian Sea.

What is the name of the largest lake in India?

  1. Wular Lake

  2. Dal Lake

  3. Vembanad Lake

  4. Kolleru Lake


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Wular Lake is the largest lake in India, with an area of over 130 square kilometers. It is located in the Kashmir Valley in the northern part of the country.

Which of the following is NOT a major mountain range in India?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Vindhya Range

  3. Satpura Range

  4. Aravalli Range


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Aravalli Range is not a major mountain range in India. It is a relatively low range of mountains that runs north-south in the western part of the country.

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