Geography Political Geography in India

Q. Which of the following sets of cities is located on the reference longitude for Indian standard time?

A
Kakinanda-Pondicherry
B
Bangalore-Varanasi
C
Chennai-Varanasi
D
Pondicherry-Varanasi

Correct Answer

Kakinanda-Pondicherry

More Questions on Geography

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    B)66° 33' N latitude - Arctic Circle
    C)180°E or 180°W longitude- International Date Line
    D)0°E or 0°W longitude – Equator
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    B)Haldia - Kandla - Paradeep - Kochi
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