Who asked James Rennel to prepare the map of Hindustan?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Robert Clive.
- James Rennell, often called the 'Father of Indian Geography,' was asked to prepare the map of Hindustan by Robert Clive, a prominent figure in the British East India Company.
- Rennell was appointed as the Surveyor General of Bengal in 1767.
- His detailed surveys and maps, such as the 'Map of Hindoostan,' were instrumental for British colonial administration, aiding governance, trade, and military planning.
- These maps also provided a comprehensive understanding of India's geography during the 18th century.