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If a traveler moves from Kanyakumari (8°4’N) to Kashmir (37°6’N), what happens to the duration of daylight?
If a traveler moves from Kanyakumari (8°4’N) to Kashmir (37°6’N), what happens to the duration of daylight?
- Daylight duration increases. (correct)
- Daylight duration remains constant throughout the year.
- There is no change in daylight duration.
- Daylight duration decreases.
India's mainland extends between 8°4’N and 37°6’N latitudes, and 68°7’E and 97°25’E longitudes, placing it entirely in the Southern Hemisphere.
India's mainland extends between 8°4’N and 37°6’N latitudes, and 68°7’E and 97°25’E longitudes, placing it entirely in the Southern Hemisphere.
False (B)
Name two island countries that are India's southern neighbors across the sea.
Name two island countries that are India's southern neighbors across the sea.
Maldives and Sri Lanka
The Tropic of Cancer, located at ______, divides India into two almost equal parts.
The Tropic of Cancer, located at ______, divides India into two almost equal parts.
Match the countries with which India shares its boundaries to their correct geographical direction from India.
Match the countries with which India shares its boundaries to their correct geographical direction from India.
Flashcards
Geographical Location of India
Geographical Location of India
India lies entirely in the Northern Hemisphere, between latitudes 8°4’N and 37°6’N.
Size of India
Size of India
India covers an area of 3.28 million square kilometers, making it 2.4% of the world's total area.
Tropic of Cancer
Tropic of Cancer
The Tropic of Cancer (23°30’N) divides India into two almost equal parts.
Indian Neighbors
Indian Neighbors
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Cultural Contributions
Cultural Contributions
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Study Notes
India's Geographical Location and Size
- India is entirely located in the Northern Hemisphere.
- Its mainland spans latitudes 8°4’N to 37°6’N and longitudes 68°7’ E to 97°25’E.
- The Tropic of Cancer (23°30’N) roughly bisects the country.
- India covers an area of 3.28 million square kilometers, representing 2.4% of the Earth's total land area.
- It's the world's seventh-largest country.
India's Land Boundary and Coastline
- India has a land boundary of approximately 15,200 . L
- Its coastline measures 7,516.6 km.
India's Strategic Position and Connections
- India is centrally located between West and East Asia.
- Its Deccan Peninsula facilitated interactions with West Asia, Africa, Europe, Southeast Asia and East Asia.
- India's influence extends to global ideas, philosophies (like Upanishads, Ramayana, Panchtantra), and mathematics.
- Interactions have led to architectural influences, notably from Greek sculpture and West Asian styles.
India's Neighbors and Political Structure
- India is a significant player in South Asia with 29 states and 7 union territories.
- It shares land borders with Pakistan, Afghanistan, China, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, and Bhutan.
- The island nations of Maldives and Sri Lanka are India's southern maritime neighbors.
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Explore India's geographical location in the Northern Hemisphere, its size covering 2.4% of Earth's land, and strategic position between East and West Asia. Learn about its land boundaries, coastline, and historical connections, including the spread of philosophies and architectural influences.
