Fragmented lines drawn in relief maps are known as:​

Correct option is C

Introduction

Relief on maps can be represented using several methods, such as contours, form lines, hachures, hill shading, and spot heights. Form lines are used where exact elevation data is unavailable.

Information Booster

(C) Form lines ✔ (Correct Answer)

• Form lines are broken or fragmented lines drawn to represent the approximate shape of the land surface.
• They do not represent exact elevations.
• They are used when detailed surveying has not been carried out.

✔ Correct Answer

Why the other options are incorrect?

(A) Contours ✘

• Contours are continuous lines joining points of equal elevation.
• They are not fragmented.

(B) Rhumb lines ✘

• Rhumb (loxodrome) lines indicate a constant compass bearing.
• Used mainly in navigation, not relief representation.

(D) Graticules ✘

• Graticules are the network of latitude and longitude.
• They are used for locating places, not depicting relief.

Additional Knowledge

Methods of Representing Relief