National Geographic celebrated India's fifty years of independence in May 1997 with an article and this educational map of the country. This map contains a wealth of information including details on the population, history, geography, and economy of the second most populous nation in the world. A map of South Asia was printed as a companion to this map in the same issue.
The 1997 India map features:• A satellite map with information on the geography of India
• A map of land conditions including arable land, non-arable land, irrigated land, forest, and grassland
• Economic information including the agriculture, natural resources, and industries of the region
• A map showing population density and trends
• Six inset maps with information detailing India's history from various empires to independence
• Graphs showing gross national product, imports, and exports
• A land use graph
Coverage Area: India
| Geography | India |
|---|---|
| Map Type | Historical Maps |
| Publisher | NG Classic |
| Usage Type | Classroom Maps |