Question
What are the advantages of GIS?
Solution
Advantages of GIS:
(i) GIS provides an opportunity to interpret various geographical, topographic, socioeconomic spatial data in relation to spatial analysis and modelling.
(ii) Its main emphasis is on integration of conventional land based and remotely sensed data so as to develop comprehensive databases suitable for various levels of spatial planning.
(iii) It can play an effective role for decision support system of sustainable development and management of the natural resources which are a prime natural capital for human sustenance and development.
