Question

Ram says that a topographical map features only the natural features. Rahul says that a topographical map features only the man made features. Who do you think is right?

• A. Ram is right.
• B. Rahul is right.
• C. Both are right.
• D. Both are wrong.

Answer 1

The correct option is D Both are wrong.

A topographical map portrays not just the natural features, but also the man-made features such as roads, railways, settlements and more. It is a detailed and accurate illustration of man-made and natural features on the ground such as roads, railways, power transmission lines, contours, elevations, rivers, lakes and geographical names.