Q. Consider the following statements on digital embossing technology:

1. This technology is introduced, designed and implemented first time in India by National Atlas & Thematic Mapping Organisation (NATMO).
2. This technology can also produce Braille Maps.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 & 2
Notes: Digital embossing technology eliminates the need for printing plates, molds, chemicals, and solvents, producing no pollutants or waste while reducing energy usage. Developed by the National Atlas & Thematic Mapping Organisation (NATMO), this technology enables high-speed production of maps, including durable Braille maps. Unlike previous methods, these maps maintain readability over time. Thematic maps are created using GIS technology, laminated, and then embossed with AI for 3D Braille. Complete map sets are bound spirally for easy use by visually impaired students.

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