Prayogik Bhoogol Ke Multatva – Elements of Practical Geography

Book Details

• Author: मिश्रा vkj ,u (Mishra V.K.J.)

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: Hindi

• ISBN: 9788131611265

• Pages: 412

• Cover: Paperback

• Release Date: 01-01-2021

• Package Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.2 x 1.0 inches

About the Book

प्रायोगिक भूगोल के मूलतत्त्व is a detailed exploration of the essential elements of practical geography, covering a range of methods and tools used in geographic study and analysis. This book serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the techniques involved in cartography, surveying, and spatial analysis. It also includes significant modern methods such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing, which are essential in contemporary geographical studies.

The book discusses various types of maps such as topographic, distribution, weather, and thematic maps, explaining how they are created, enhanced, and interpreted. It further explores important surveying techniques like prismatic compass surveys, leveling instruments, and statistical methods for representing data. The use of modern tools like remote sensing and GIS in geographical research and field studies is also extensively covered.

Key Topics Covered:

• Maps and Cartography

  • Different types of maps: topographic, distribution, weather, and thematic maps

  • Map projections and transformations

• Surveying Techniques

  • Prismatic compass surveys

  • Leveling instruments

  • Statistical methods and representation of data

• Modern Geographical Tools

  • Remote sensing

  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

• Field Studies and Report Writing

  • Conducting geographical field studies

  • Writing comprehensive geographical reports

About the Author

आर.एन. मिश्रा (R.N. Mishra), a retired professor and head of the Geography Department at the University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, has vast experience in academia and research. He has published over 40 research papers and served as the president of the Rajasthan Geographical Association. He has also worked as the editor of the association's journal, Annals. Mishra has authored four reference books and one textbook on geography.

पवन कुमार शर्मा (P.K. Sharma), an Assistant Professor in the Geography Department at Dr. Hari Singh Gour Central University, Sagar, holds an M.Phil., Ph.D., and a diploma in population ecology. Sharma has worked on several major research projects funded by UGC and ICSSR and has published multiple research papers in national and international journals.