Geographic names board
A geographic names board is an official body established by a government to decide on official names for geographical areas and features.
Most countries have such a body, which is commonly (but not always) known under this name. Also, in some countries (especially those organised on a federal basis), subdivisions such as individual states or provinces will have individual boards.
Individual geographic names boards
- Antarctic Place-names Commission
- Geographical Names Board of Canada
- Geographical Names Board of New South Wales
- South African Geographical Names Council
- United States Board on Geographic Names
See also
- Geographical Names Board disambiguation page
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