Different merits of the inductive method in teaching geography are listed below:
(i) It helps understanding.
(ii) It is a scientific method.
(iii) It develops scientific attitude.
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(iv) It is a logical method and develops critical thinking and habit of keen observations.
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(v) It is a psychological method and provides ample scope for student’s activities.
(vi) It is based on actual observations, thinking and experimentation.
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(vii) It keeps alive the students interest because they move from known to unknown.
(viii) It curbs the tendency to learn by rote and also reduces home work.
(ix) It develops self-confidence.
(x) It develops the habit of intelligent hard work.