10 Questions
What is the approximate land area of India?
3.28 million square km
Which line divides India into almost two equal parts?
Tropic of Cancer (23° 30'N)
Which islands lie to the southeast and southwest of the Indian mainland?
Andaman and Nicobar islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep islands in the Arabian Sea
What significant event happened to the southernmost point of the Indian Union in 2004?
It got submerged under sea water during the Tsunami.
What position does India hold in terms of land area compared to other countries?
Seventh largest country in the world
Why has 82°30'E been selected as the Standard Meridian of India?
82°30'E has been selected as the Standard Meridian of India because it passes through Mirzapur (in Uttar Pradesh) and creates a time lag of two hours from Gujarat to Arunachal Pradesh.
Why is the difference between the durations of day and night hardly felt at Kanniyakumari but not so in Kashmir?
The difference in duration of day and night is hardly felt at Kanniyakumari because it is close to the Equator, while in Kashmir the difference is more pronounced due to its higher latitude.
What strategic central location does India hold between the East and West?
India holds a central location between the countries of Europe in the West and the countries of East Asia.
How has the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869 affected India's distance from Europe?
Since the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, India's distance from Europe has been reduced by 7,000 km.
What unique geographical feature of India allows it to establish close contact with various regions?
The Deccan Peninsula protrudes into the Indian Ocean, allowing India to establish close contact with West Asia, Africa, Europe, Southeast Asia, and East Asia.
Test your knowledge on the ancient Indian civilization and its socio-economic progress in the last five decades. Explore the advancements in agriculture, industry, technology, and overall economic development in India.
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