GB/T 18521-2001

Active

Rules for classification of geographical names and code representation

地名分类与类别代码编制规则

Standard Type
GBT
ICS
35.040
CCS
A24
Status
Active
Issue Date
2001-11-16
Implementation
2002-04-01
Centralized Committee
市场监管总局
Issuing Authority
中华人民共和国国家质量监督检验检疫总局

Application Summary AI generated

This standard defines a classification system and coding rules for geographical names, specifying categories such as administrative regions, natural features, and human settlements. It is applied in Chinese information systems and databases for geographic data management, enabling consistent encoding and retrieval of location-based information across government, mapping, and IT applications.

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