Geography: India – Size and Location · Class 9 · CBSE Social Science
Which standard meridian of India is used to determine the Indian Standard Time (IST) for the whole country?
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easy · MCQ · Q-347574
Which standard meridian of India is used to determine the Indian Standard Time (IST) for the whole country?
- A.82°30' E longitude passing through MirzapurCorrect answer
- B.68°07' E longitude passing through Dwarka
- C.97°25' E longitude passing through Kibithu
- D.23°30' N latitude passing through Bhopal
Solution
The Standard Meridian of India, 82°30' E, passing through Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh, is taken as the standard time for the whole country.
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