What is the standard Meridian of india why has it been selected as the standard Meridian of India
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The standard meridian of india is 82.5 degree east longitude.
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It is selected as standard meridian as because it is in the centre of all longitudes and latitudes of our country.
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Indian standard time (IST) is that which is accepted all over India. We have accepted 82°30' E longitude as the standard meridian of indi. It was accepted as it lies almost in the middle.
The Indian standard time has a great importance
I) It has prevented a lot of confusion and has brought Harmony in time throughout the country.
II) The local time at each longitude is different. So in order to follow one timing, India has accepted 82°30' E as the standard meridian of India
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