Question

Give reason for selecting Longitude 82 degree and 30 minutes E (82* 30 E) as the standard meridian of India

Answer 1

In order to equalise the time gap of 2 hours between India's easternmost and westernmost extent and to eradicate all kinds of confusion that may arise by following different timings within a country, we follow the local time of India Central Meridian which passes from Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh at 82°30' E longitude as Indian Standard Meridian.

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Answer 2

It is because

It passes through the centre of India near Mirzapur(UP) and has brought harmony in time across the country. Moreover it is divisible by 7 and half degree. Therefore in order to follow same timings 82degree30E has been selected as the prime meridian of India

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