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same time. How does this happen?
The central location of India at the head of the Indian Ocean is considered of
great significance. Why?
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Answer 1

Answer:

Answer: The location of India at the head of the Indian Ocean has helped India in establishing close contacts with west Asia, Africa and Europe from the western coast and eastern Asia from the eastern coast. Identify the following with the help of map reading. ... (viii) The strait separating Sri Lanka from India.

Answer 2

The Indian landmass has a central location between the East and West Asia. India is a southward extension of the Asian continent. The trans-Indian Ocean routes, which connect the countries of Europe in the West and the countries of East Asia, provide a strategic central location to India.