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The theory of Central Places was propounded by:
1. W. Christaller
2. A. Weber
3. Von Thunen
4. Isard

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Correct Answer - Option 1 : W. Christaller

The correct answer is W. Christaller.

  • The Theory of Central Places
    • The theory seeks to explain the size, number, and location of human settlements in a residential system.
    • A Central Place is a settlement that provides one or more services for the population living around it.
    • The sphere of influence is the area under influence of the Central Place.
    • Settlements that provide low order services are said to be low order settlements. Settlements that provide high-order services are said to be high-order settlements.
    • The theory consists of two basic concepts
      • Threshold - the minimum population that is required to bring about the provision of certain good or services
      • Range of good or services - the average maximum distance people will travel to purchase goods and services

  • The theory of Central place is a geographical theory.
  • The theory was introduced to explain the spatial distribution of cities across the landscape.
  • The theory of Central place was introduced in 1933.
  • The theory of Central place was first analyzed by German geographer Walter Christaller.
  • Walter Christaller asserted that settlements simply functioned as "central places" providing services to surrounding areas.

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