Question

The central location of india at the head of india ocean is considered of great significance . why ?​

Answer 1

• Thus, India dominates the Indian Ocean and commands an important strategic position. The central location of India is considered of great significance as it helps India to keep a close contact for business purpose with West Asia, Africa and Europe from western coast, and Southeast and East Asia from the eastern coast.

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The central location of india at the head of india ocean is considered of great significance . Why ?

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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.