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The first map of Hindustan in 1782, showing Brahmans offering Shastras to Britannia, was produced by:

AJames Rennel
BJames Mill
CRobert Clive
DWarren Hastings
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. James Rennel
1. Rennel saw maps as essential to domination. 2. James Rennel made the map in 1782. 3. It projects an imperial perception. _Source: syllabus Our Pasts III, Chapter 1, How, When and Where._
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