Which of the following is a type of contouring method that can be effectively used in a hilly terrain by setting radial lines?

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  1. Vertical control method
  2. Tacheometric method
  3. Horizontal control method
  4. Method of cross-section

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Option 2 : Tacheometric method
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Tachometric method of contouring

  • This method is used for angular surveying
  • This method is best suited for hilly terrains as the number of stations that can be commanded by a tachometer is far more than those by a level and thus the number of instrument settings is considerably reduced.

Additional InformationCross-section method

  • This method is generally used for hilly terrain to produce contour lines.

 Horizontal Control

  • Horizontal control deals with establishing the positions of points on the Earth's surface in the horizontal (or planimetric) plane.
  • The primary goal of horizontal control is to accurately define the geographic locations of features or points relative to a coordinate system, typically based on latitude and longitude or a local grid system.

Vertical Control

  • Vertical control, on the other hand, focuses on determining the elevations or heights of points on the Earth's surface.
  • It is essential for representing the relief or topography of the terrain accurately. Elevation data is crucial for applications such as floodplain mapping, infrastructure design, and construction projects.
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