Question

Map that shows continents, countries, states and their capitals are called ______ ?
a. Physical map
b. Political map
c. Thematic map
d. Toposheet

Answer 1

Hint: Political maps are designed to show the governmental boundaries of countries, states, and counties, the location of major cities, and usually include important bodies of water. It is the most important type of all maps.

Complete answer:
A political map differs from other types of maps because it focuses on government or administrative boundaries rather than geographic or physical characteristics. Instead of showing the audience what exists in the land, it depicts imaginary lines that serve different countries, states, regions and cities. These maps usually include large bodies of water, such as oceans, rivers, and lakes, as landmarks. In fact, in many places, a beach or river will serve as a political boundary. In contrast, many different types of physical maps emphasize the topographical, climatic, geological or other characteristics of an area. In these maps, political boundaries or the existence of towns and cities are used only as reference points.

 It is understandable that political maps are in heavy use in early childhood education. Helping children understand the world around them has been achieved by starting with broader concepts such as the existence of countries and states and how they are physically related to each other. A globe, atlas, or wall map for children is going to emphasize these regional boundaries, usually with bright colors and bold outlines. Likewise, a puzzle map is going to ask children to place countries or states in their proper place rather than expecting them to manipulate hundreds of counties or cities.


A map that represents the world's political subdivisions of continents or major geographic regions. Political maps are divided into general or survey maps, and special maps. The general political map maps the political division of the region, showing the location of the countries and the area occupied by them. They also show major political centers, strategic points, and lines of communication of international and national importance. Specific political maps treat specific political problems and political events. Common political maps are the most common.

Hence, the correct answer is option B.

Note:
There are some defects with the political map. Because these maps are intended to show ownership or controlled territory by governmental entities, little attention has been given to accuracy in physical imagery. The projection of a given map can be skewed so that countries actually look larger or more threatened. Some errors in projection are the fault of the method used rather than a deliberate political agenda. The traditional projection map used in the Western world shifts the shape of objects away from the equator that they are. The result is that the US looks larger than other countries and continents, while Africa is actually smaller. There are actually dozens of errors that attempt to correct the new Gall-Peters projection map.