Question

Why has India chosen 82º30’E as its standard meridian?

Answer 1

Answer:

The sun rises two hours earlier in Arunachal Pradesh as compared to Gujarat. This causes a time lag of 2 hrs from Gujarat to Arunachal Pradesh to avoid confusion and to have a standard time for reference, The 82.30'Eastern Longitude has been taken as the standard time for the whole country.

Answer 2

Answer:

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Explanation:

82°30' E has been selected as the Standard Meridian of India because it is situated in the centre of all longitudes and latitudes in which our country is located.

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