The Different Time Zones and Development of Communication Systems in India and Brazil
On which long...
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On which longitude is Indian Standard Time based?
A
82 degree 30 minute east
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B
84 degree 32 minutes east
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C
30 degree 32 minutes east
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D
45 degree 30 minutes east
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Solution
The correct option is A 82 degree 30 minute east <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->
The Indian standard time (IST), is set based on the 82 degrees and 30 minutes East longitude. It passes through a place called Prayagraj.