Survey of India is under the Ministry of
- ADefence
- BEnvironment and forests
- CHome Affairs
- DScience and TechnologyCorrect
Explanation
The Survey of India is the oldest scientific department of the Government of India, established in 1767. It serves as the national survey and mapping organization of the country. Administratively, it falls under the Department of Science and Technology within the Ministry of Science and Technology. It is responsible for all topographical surveys, mapping, and geodetic data across India. Although it works closely with the armed forces for defense mapping, its administrative control remains with the Ministry of Science and Technology.
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