BGGCT-133 · June 2022 · English
IGNOU BGGCT-133 June 2022 Previous Year Question Paper
GENERAL CARTOGRAPHY
Structured previous year question paper for BGGCT-133, June 2022 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 13 · Sections: 3
Verified: 10 Aug 2026
B.Sc. (GENERAL) GEOGRAPHY
(BSCGG)
Term-End Examination
June, 2022
BGGCT-133 : GENERAL CARTOGRAPHY
Time : 3 hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note: Attempt all questions. Marks are indicated against
each question.
SECTION A
Q1.Attempt any five questions. Your answer should be in 150 words. 5x4=20
(a) What is Scale ? Briefly explain the main types of scale.
(b) Briefly discuss two types of Zenithal Projection.
(c) What is resolution in remote sensing ? Briefly discuss any three types of resolution.
(d) Describe in brief any four main features of primary sources of data with suitable examples.
(e) Briefly discuss the development of topographical maps in India.
(f) | Briefly define Cartography. Explain the nature of cartography.
(g) | Write a short note on Isochrones.
SECTION B
Q2.Attempt any five questions. Your answer should be in 250 words. 5x6=30
(a) Explain humidity and highlight its salient features.
(b) What is Ergograph ? Describe any two major features and its uses.
(c) What is Isopleth ? Highlight any four main features of isopleth with suitable examples.
(d) What is Remote Sensing ? Explain its types.
(e) Discuss any three general sets of rules which need to be followed while representing the data through diagrams.
(f) Highlight the major characteristics of weather forecasting and its relevance in India.
(g) What is Topographical Map ? Briefly elaborate upon its importance with suitable examples.
SECTION C
Attempt all questions. Your answer should be in
500 words. 5x10=50
Q3.Write a detailed account on the secondary sources of data.
Q4.Describe in detail any two types of conical projection. Highlight two properties of each with suitable examples.
Q5.Explain the history of Cartography and also highlight the major developments that took place during different time periods.
Q6.Write a detailed note on diagonal, vernier and special type scales. Explain the method of construction of diagonal scale.
Q7.What is Cloud Cover ? Discuss the main forms of clouds and their types by highlighting their main features.
Q8.Explain in detail the interpretation procedure of weather maps with the help of suitable examples.
Q9.What is representation of relief by contours ?
Q10.Explain the relief features represented by the contours with suitable examples.
Q11.Write a detailed account on _ seasonal characteristics of Indian weather. Highlight the salient features of any two seasons in detail.
Q12.What is Line Diagram ? Discuss in detail any three types of line diagrams with their relevance.
Q13.What is Thematic map ? Explain in detail any three types of thematic maps and highlight their salient features and relevance.