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The section covers India's location within the Northern hemisphere and its division by the Tropic of Cancer. It provides details about India's total area, coastlines, and the significance of its geographical placement for trade and history.
This section provides an overview of India's geographical size and location. It highlights that the Tropic of Cancer divides the country into two parts, presenting the geographical context of India’s coordinates lying entirely in the Northern hemisphere, spanning from latitude 8°4'N to 37°6'N and longitude 68°7'E to 97°25'E. The total land mass is 3.28 million sq km, making it the seventh largest country in the world, covering approximately 2.4% of the Earth's total surface area.
India's coastline measures 7,516.6 km, while its land boundaries extend to 15,200 km. Geographically, India includes island groups such as the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and the Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea. The significance of India’s central location in the Indian Ocean is emphasized for international maritime trade routes. Additionally, the text discusses the implications of latitudinal extent on climate and time variations across the country.
Geographical Coordinates: The specific latitudinal and longitudinal measurements that pinpoint India's location.
Tropic of Cancer: The line that divides India, significant for its climatic influence.
Size of India: India's total area and its global standing in terms of size.
Proximity to Water Bodies: How coastal lines influence trade and climate.
See the size, oh what a prize, from the north to the south, India lies!
Imagine a traveler starting from the Tropic of Cancer, wandering through diverse climates, while their journey connects lands, cultures, and trade.
Use 'S-L-C' for Size, Length of Coastline, and Connection.
India is the seventh largest country in the world, extending 3.28 million sq km.
The coastline of India is 7,516.6 km in length, enhancing its trade capabilities.
India shares borders with multiple countries including Pakistan and Nepal.
Term: Coordinates
Definition: A system of numbers used to locate a point on a map using latitude and longitude.
A system of numbers used to locate a point on a map using latitude and longitude.
Term: Latitude
Definition: The measurement of distance north or south of the Equator.
The measurement of distance north or south of the Equator.
Term: Longitude
Definition: The measurement of distance east or west of the Prime Meridian.
The measurement of distance east or west of the Prime Meridian.
Term: Coastline
Definition: The outline of a country's shore and its length.
The outline of a country's shore and its length.
Term: Tropic of Cancer
Definition: A significant parallel of latitude situated at approximately 23.5° North.
A significant parallel of latitude situated at approximately 23.5° North.
Term: Union Territories
Definition: Regions that are governed directly by the Central government in India.
Regions that are governed directly by the Central government in India.