Longitude is geographically significant to India because ________

A It determines the Indian standard time
B It has a bearing on the tropical climate of India
C It divides India into eastern and western zones
D It enables determining local time in eastern India

Correct Answer: It determines the Indian standard time

Longitude is geographically significant to India because it determines the Indian standard time. 82°30' E has been selected as the Standard Meridian of India because it is situated roughly in the centre of all longitudes and latitudes in which our country is located.
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