What is map? Discuss the different types of map

1.	What is map? Discuss the different types of map
Answer» A map is a drawing of the earth or a part of it on a plain surface.Types of maps : Relief map : this type of shows the physical features of the earth.Political map : this type of map shows the location of states, cities ,towns etc. Thematic map : this type of map represents the location of rainfall, tourist places,religion places etc.<br>A map is a representation or a drawing of the earth’s surface, or a part of it, on a flat surface, according to a scale. It could be hand drawn or printed. It helps us identify the places and locations within an area helping us to navigate from one place to another.Maps are of several types. They are mainly classified into:\tPhysical or Relief Maps: These show natural features of the\xa0earth.\tPolitical Maps: These maps show the cities, town and villages, countries and states of the world with their boundaries.\tThematic Maps: These maps focus\xa0on specific information like the map of a rainfall,\xa0roads, tourist places.

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