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Write the latitudinal and longitudinal extent of India.
State the latitudinal and longitudinal extent of India.
Mention the latitudinal and longitudinal extent of India.
Describe the latitudinal extent of India.
Describe the longitudinal extent of India.
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Solution
Latitudinal Extent
- India lies between 8°4′ N and 37°6′ N latitudes.
- The Tropic of Cancer passes almost through the middle of the country.
- This divides India into:
- Tropical region (south of the Tropic of Cancer)
- Subtropical region (north of the Tropic of Cancer)
Longitudinal Extent
- India extends from 68°7′ E to 97°25′ E longitudes.
- The Indian Standard Time Meridian is used as the standard time for the whole country.
Notes
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