Question

why did the British pay a lot of attention to mapping and surveying? answer in short ​

Answer 1

Answer:

The British conducted surveys of the length and breadth of the country to make them conversant with the newly aquired land and help them administer the country better. TheBritish were very keen on mappingbecause they felt that good maps were necessary to understand the landscape and know the topography.

Answer 2

Answer:

The British conducted surveys of the length and breadth of the country to make them conversant with the newly aquired land and help them administer the country better. The British were very keen on mapping because they felt that good maps were necessary to understand the landscape and know the topography.

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