India's Socioeconomic Progress Quiz
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What is the significance of the Tropic of Cancer in India?

  • It divides the country into two almost equal parts. (correct)
  • It marks the boundary of India.
  • It signifies the equator in India.
  • It is a river passing through India.

In terms of size, where does India rank globally?

  • Fifth largest country
  • Second largest country
  • Tenth largest country
  • Seventh largest country (correct)

What type of geographical feature bounds India in the northwest, north, and northeast?

  • Plains
  • Plateaus
  • Young fold mountains (correct)
  • Deserts

How does the text describe India's progress in agriculture, industry, and technology?

<p>Rapid and remarkable (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Standard Meridian of India set at 82°30'E?

<p>To establish a standard time for the entire country. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text mention that there is hardly any difference in the durations of day and night at Kanniyakumari?

<p>As a result of its southern location. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is there a noticeable difference in the durations of day and night in Kashmir?

<p>Due to its location at a higher latitude. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which latitude divides India into two almost equal parts?

<p>23.5° N (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the total land boundary length of India?

<p>15,200 km (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much of the total geographical area of the world does India's area account for?

<p>2.4% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the Andaman and Nicobar Islands located in relation to the mainland of India?

<p>Southeast (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is there a time lag of two hours from Gujarat to Arunachal Pradesh?

<p>Because of the selected Standard Meridian of India (82°30'E). (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do Kanniyakumari and Kashmir experience a difference in the durations of day and night?

<p>Influence of the latitudinal extent on day and night duration. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is 82°30'E selected as the Standard Meridian of India?

<p>To standardize time across the whole country due to its central position. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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