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Data – Its Source and Compilation

Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 12 · Geography

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1. Meaning and Need of Data

  • Data are numbers representing measurements from the real world.
  • Datum is a single measurement, while data is the plural form.
  • Information is a meaningful answer to a query or a meaningful stimulus that can lead to further queries.
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2. Sources of Data

  • Data sources are broadly divided into Primary and Secondary categories.
  • Primary sources are data collected for the first time by an individual, group, institution, or organisation.
  • Secondary sources are data collected from published or unpublished records.
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3. Sources of Primary Data

  • Personal observations involve direct field observation by an individual or group.
  • Field surveys can collect information about relief, drainage, soil, natural vegetation, population structure, sex ratio, literacy, transport, communication, and settlements.
  • Personal observations require theoretical knowledge and a scientific attitude for unbiased evaluation.
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4. Secondary Sources of Data

  • Secondary sources consist of published and unpublished records.
  • Government publications are an important secondary source.
  • Government publications include the Census of India, National Sample Survey reports, Weather Reports of the Indian Meteorological Department, Statistical Abstracts, and reports of different Commission

Key Concepts

Central concept: Data collection, organisation, presentation, and analysis in geography

DataInformationSources of DataPrimary SourcesSecondary SourcesTabulationCompilation and ClassificationFrequency Distribution

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Data – Its Source and Compilation covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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