1. India – Size and Location
The chapter provides an overview of India's geographical parameters, including its size, location, and its significance in the world context. It discusses the latitudinal and longitudinal extent of the country, its boundaries, and its historical connections with neighboring nations. Further, it highlights India's strategic location and the implications for trade and cultural exchanges.
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What we have learnt
- India is located in the Northern hemisphere and has specific coordinates defining its extent.
- The land mass of India spans approximately 3.28 million square km, making it the seventh largest country in the world.
- India has a diverse geography that influences its climate, culture, and connections with neighboring countries.
Key Concepts
- -- Tropic of Cancer
- A significant parallel of latitude at which the sun is directly overhead during the summer solstice, dividing India into two parts.
- -- Standard Meridian
- The meridian (82°30'E) chosen as the basis for standard time in India, which coordinates the time across the entire country.
- -- Latitude and Longitude
- Geographical coordinates that determine the precise location of a point on the Earth's surface.
- -- Union Territories
- Regions that are under direct governance of the central government of India, differing from states which have their own government.
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