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Write about the advantages of maps. |
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Answer» Following are some major advantages of maps: 1. The distance, direction, shape and size can be represented on the flat surface in a map easily. 2. A map contains correct information about the direction of a particular place. The north direction is shown with an arrow and ‘N’ written on the map. The opposite side of the arrow represents south. 3. The actual distance between two places can be calculated with the help of the scale of the map. 4. Any small place on earth can be depicted on a map. 5. Maps are always drawn to scale. 6. Regional characteristics are represented by conventional symbols on the map. 7. Any large region of the earth can be depicted on the map by minimizing it according to scale. |
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