Question

Mention the climatic and economic importance of India been located in the north of Indian Ocean.​

Answer 1

• During summer, warm continental masses draw moist air from the Indian Ocean hence producing heavy rainfall. The process is reversed during winter, resulting in dry conditions. ... The Indian Ocean provides major sea routes connecting the Middle East, Africa, and East Asia with Europe and the Americas.

Answer 2

Answer:

The central location of India at the head of the Indian Ocean is considered of great significance because -

→ It has given India a strategic advantage due to the Trans Indian ocean routes which connect the countries of Europe in the West and the countries of East Asia.

→ This helps India to establish close contact with West Asia, Africa, and Europe from the Western coast and with Southeast and East Asia from the Eastern coast.

→ The vast coastline and the natural harbors have benefited India in carrying out trade and commerce with its neighboring and distant countries.

→ It has given India a distinct climate than the rest of the Asian Continent

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