Question

For the sake of uniformity, the local time along the _______ longitude is

taken as the Indian Standard Time (IST).​

Answer 1

Answer:

For the sake of uniformity, the local time along the _______ longitude is

Explanation:

In order to maintain the uniformity of time within the country the Standard Meridian of India is taken as 82 ½ ° E longitude. It passes through the city of Allahabad. The local time along this Meridian serves as the Indian Standard Time (I.S.T)

Answer 2

Answer:

82 degree 30' E

Explanation:

For the sake of uniformity, the local time of 82 degree 30' E longitude, which runs almost midway through the country, is considered as the IST and this longitude is known as the standard meridian of India.