Topographic Maps

Topographic maps are also known as . . . .

The topographic maps prepared in India are generally known as the . . . .  maps.

The east-west lines are called . . . .  and north-south lines are called . . . .

From the following, identify the things that can be assessed from the contour lines in topographic maps?

1.  Altitude of the place

2.  Nature of the slope

3.  Shape of the landform

Choose the correct statements related to Contour Lines?

I. The Difference between value of two adjacent contours is called contour interval.

II. Closely spaced contours will represent steep slopes and the widely spaced contours represent gentle slopes.