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The Tropic of Cancer divides India into approximately how many equal parts?
The Tropic of Cancer divides India into approximately how many equal parts?
India's total land area accounts for about 4.2 percent of the total geographical area of the world.
India's total land area accounts for about 4.2 percent of the total geographical area of the world.
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What is the approximate total land area of India?
What is the approximate total land area of India?
3.28 million square km
The southernmost point of the Indian Union, known as ________, got submerged under the sea water in 2004 during the Tsunami.
The southernmost point of the Indian Union, known as ________, got submerged under the sea water in 2004 during the Tsunami.
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Match the following geographical features with their locations:
Match the following geographical features with their locations:
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India is the _____ largest country of the world?
India is the _____ largest country of the world?
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The time lag between Gujarat and Arunachal Pradesh is one hour.
The time lag between Gujarat and Arunachal Pradesh is one hour.
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What is the approximate length of India's land boundary?
What is the approximate length of India's land boundary?
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What is the standard meridian of India?
What is the standard meridian of India?
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The latitudinal extent does not influence the duration of day and night.
The latitudinal extent does not influence the duration of day and night.
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Which ocean is named after India?
Which ocean is named after India?
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The Indian landmass has a central location between the East and the ______ Asia.
The Indian landmass has a central location between the East and the ______ Asia.
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Match the following countries with their direction relative to India:
Match the following countries with their direction relative to India:
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What geographic feature primarily facilitated the exchange of ideas and commodities in ancient times?
What geographic feature primarily facilitated the exchange of ideas and commodities in ancient times?
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Which of the following waterways significantly reduced India's distance from Europe?
Which of the following waterways significantly reduced India's distance from Europe?
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The architectural styles of domes and minarets originated in Greece and were later adopted in India.
The architectural styles of domes and minarets originated in Greece and were later adopted in India.
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India's relationships through maritime routes are much older than through land routes.
India's relationships through maritime routes are much older than through land routes.
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Why is the difference between the durations of day and night hardly felt at Kanniyakumari?
Why is the difference between the durations of day and night hardly felt at Kanniyakumari?
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Name the two types of states that existed in India before 1947.
Name the two types of states that existed in India before 1947.
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Sri Lanka is separated from India by the _________ and the Gulf of Mannar.
Sri Lanka is separated from India by the _________ and the Gulf of Mannar.
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Match the following concepts with their origin or primary location:
Match the following concepts with their origin or primary location:
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The Tropic of Cancer does not pass through which of the following states?
The Tropic of Cancer does not pass through which of the following states?
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What is the easternmost longitude of India?
What is the easternmost longitude of India?
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Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Sikkim share common borders with China.
Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Sikkim share common borders with China.
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Which group of islands lies in the Arabian Sea?
Which group of islands lies in the Arabian Sea?
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If you were to visit Kavarati, you would be going to the Union Territory of ______.
If you were to visit Kavarati, you would be going to the Union Territory of ______.
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Which country does not share a land boundary with India?
Which country does not share a land boundary with India?
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Match the island groups with their location:
Match the island groups with their location:
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Name one strait that separates Sri Lanka from India.
Name one strait that separates Sri Lanka from India.
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Study Notes
India's Geography
- The Tropic of Cancer (23° 30'N) divides India almost equally.
- Andaman and Nicobar islands, and Lakshadweep islands are located in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea respectively.
- India's land area is 3.28 million sq km.
- India's total area accounts for about 2.4% of the total geographical area.
- India is an ancient civilization with notable socio-economic progress.
- India has made significant contributions to world history in diverse fields like agriculture, industry, and technology.
India's Location
- India is entirely in the Northern Hemisphere.
- Latitudinal extent: 8°4'N to 37°6'N
- Longitudinal extent: 68°7'E to 97°25'E
- India has a vast coastline (7,516.6 km).
- Significant portion of the country is surrounded by the Arabian Sea in the west and the Bay of Bengal in the east.
- India shares land borders with many countries.
- India has a diverse landscape, influenced by young fold mountains in the northwest, north and northeast, and tapering towards the Indian Ocean.
India's Size and Location
- India is the 7th largest country in the world.
- India's land boundary is roughly 15,200 km long.
Additional Points
- Indira Point (the southernmost point of India) was submerged in 2004 during the tsunami.
- India's strategic location in the Indian Ocean is crucial for trade with various countries around the world.
- India is a large country with significant geographical and historical ties to its neighbours.
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Explore the fascinating geography of India, including its location, land area, and significant natural features. This quiz covers details about India's latitudinal and longitudinal extents, coastline, and major islands. Test your knowledge on how India's landscape has been influenced by its geographical factors.
