Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Land resources and Agriculture

Question:
Which of the following organization is responsible for measuring "geographical area" of administrative units in India?
Options:
Geological Survey of India
Survey of India
Geographical Survey of India
Economic Survey of India
Correct Answer:
Survey of India
Explanation:
Land-use records are maintained by land revenue department. The land use categories add up to reporting area, which is somewhat different from the geographical area. The Survey of India is responsible for measuring geographical area of administrative units in India.