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The latitudinal and longitudinal extent of the mainland is about 30°. Despite this fact, the east-west extent
appears to be smaller than the north-south extent. From Gujarat to Arunachal Pradesh, there is a time lag of
two hours. Hence, time along the Standard Meridian of India (82°30’E) passing through Mirzapur (in Uttar
Pradesh) is taken as the standard time for the whole country. The latitudinal extent influences the duration of
day and night, as one move from south to north. The Indian landmass has a central location between the East
and the 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.
(i) Name the northern-most and southern most latitude of India.
(ii) Why is there a standard meridian needed for India?
(iii) What is the benefit of having a central location in Asia for India?
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