IGNOU BGGCT-133 December 2024 Previous Year Question Paper

Q1.Attempt any five questions. Your answer should be in about 150 words : 5x4=20

(i) Describe any two elements of a map.

(ii) Explain the scope of cartography briefly.

(iii) What are equal area map projections ? Give an example.

(iv) Define Electromagnetic spectrum with suitable diagram.

(v) What is Zenithal Map Projection ? Write any two of its properties.

(vi) What are Hachures ?

(vii) Which type of information is collected through National Sample Survey ? Explain its importance.

Q2.Attempt any five questions. Your answer should be in about 250 words : 5x6=30

(i) Explain any two representative methods of scale.

(ii) Discuss secondary sources of data collection with suitable examples. Gii) Explain the salient features of Bonne’s map projection with a rough sketch.

(iv) What are remote sensing sensors ? Explain their types with examples.

(v) Write a short note on the development of topographical maps in India.

(vi) What are circular diagrams ? Explain Pie diagram with example.

(vii) Using a simple illustration, explain Wedge and Col in the reading of weather map of cold season.

Q3.Define map. Discuss the large scale and small scale maps with examples.

Q4.Discuss latitudes and longitudes with a neat diagram. Write any five important properties of graticutes.

Q5.Write a note on history and evolution of cartography.

Q6.What is population enumeration ? Elaborate any four series of census data.

Q7.Discuss Indian Remote Sensing Satellite Data and their importance.

Q8.Explain any two methods of representing relief through contours. Draw any two relief features using contours.

Q9.What is a line diagram ? Explain any two types of it with rough sketches.

Q10.How will you interpret physical and cultural features on a topographic map ? Explain with suitable examples.

Q11.Discuss any five weather and _ climatic parameters for the interpretation of a weather map.

Q12.Define thematic map and discuss its two types with examples.