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Interpretation of Topographical Maps-I

ICSE · Class 10 · Geography

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Key Topics to Revise

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Introduction to Maps and Topographical Maps

  • A map is a two-dimensional scaled representation of Earth's surface or part of it
  • Maps show physical and human-made features using symbols, lines, and colours
  • Maps are drawn using map projections to convert 3D Earth to 2D surface
2

History and Development of Topographical Maps in India

  • Ordnance Survey Maps first made for British Army around 1765 under Major General Roy
  • Survey of India Department established in 1767
  • Major James Renell was first 'Surveyor General' of India
3

Objectives and Uses of Survey of India

  • Four main objectives: (a) topographical control and surveys (b) mapping and production of maps and charts (c) demarcation of external boundaries (d) research and development in cartography
  • Used by town planners, urban development, railways, canals, roads, and industries
  • Important for reforestation, afforestation, and flood control measures
4

Conventional Colours in Topographical Maps

  • Conventional colours are accepted worldwide for consistency
  • Yellow - cultivable land
  • Orange - plateau

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A topographical map is a selectiveEstablished in 1767 by the BritishStandardized colours used globally on topographicalMaps use Representative Fraction (RThree main types

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