GeographyFundamentals of Human Geography: Human Settlements

'Megalopolis' was coined by

Answer & explanation

Correct answer: option 1

The correct answer is Option (1) → Jean Gottman

Jean Gottman popularised the word Megalopolis in 1957.

Note: This question is taken from the pre-rationalised NCERT book. The latest edition (2026-27) does not have this part. An extract of the pre-rationalised NCERT book is given below for the benefit of students.

Pre-rationalised NCERT: “Megalopolis This Greek word meaning “great city”, was popularised by Jean Gottman (1957) and signifies ‘super- metropolitan’ region extending, as union of conurbations.”