Question

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

Answer 1

india's location overlooking the Indian ocean is of great importance as;
1. the protruded plateau helped in the trade in the ancient times.
2. India has a special monsoon climate due to its location.
the great significance of India is seen in the naming of the ocean  as Indian Ocean

Answer 2

The Indian land mass has a central location between East and West Asia . India is southward extention of the Asian continent . The trans Indian ocean routes which connect the countries of Europe in the West and the countries in the East Asia provide a strategic central location to India
The deccan plateau protrudes into the Indian ocean helping India to establish close contact with West Asia , Europe and Africa