The survey was initially led by Colonel William Lambton and later continued and completed by Sir George Everest. Its objective was to measure the entire Indian subcontinent with scientific precision.
On April 10, 1802, the Great Trignometrical Survey of India Commenced its work from __________ city.
Asked in TNPSC CS Prelims 2022 · Topic: Economic Impact of British Rule on India (Development of Railways and other Infrastructure (Colonial Motives and Impact))
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