Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: An Imperial Capital: Vijayanagara

Question:

Who was appointed as the first Surveyor General of India in 1815?

Options:

George Michell

John Marshall

R.E.M. Wheeler

Colin Mackenzie

Correct Answer:

Colin Mackenzie

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → Colin Mackenzie

Born in 1754, Colin Mackenzie became famous as an engineer, surveyor and cartographer. In 1815 he was appointed the first Surveyor General of India, a post he held till his death in 1821