Question

Why 82 20 e has been selected as the standard meridian of india?

Answer 1

Answer:

83 degree 20 minutes is selected as standard meridian because it lies almost in centre of the India ... The local time at this meridian has been accepted as the Indian standard time (IST) throughout the country because it passes through the middle of the country

Answer 2

Explanation:

Answer

The Standard Meridian is situated in the centre of all longitudes and latitudes in which India is located. It passes through Allahabad in Uttar Pradesh.

The Indian Standard Time is calculated on the basis of 82∘30′E82∘30′E has been selected as the Standard Time for the entire country.