India: Geography and Time Concepts

The video tutorial discusses India's geographical location, political divisions, and key geographical features. It covers India's official name, area, and population rank. The tutorial explains India's longitudinal and latitudinal extent, coastline, and land boundaries with neighboring countries. It also describes the concept of a peninsula and the naming of the Indian Ocean. Additionally, the video addresses India's time zone and standard meridian, highlighting the time difference with Greenwich.

What is the official name of India?

• Republic of India

• United States of India

• Democratic India

• Federal Republic of India

Which country is the most populous in the world?

• India

• China

• United States

• Brazil

What is the north-south extent of mainland India?

• 1,500 km

• 4,000 km

• 3,214 km

• 2,933 km

Which countries share a land boundary with India to the northwest?

• Bangladesh and Sri Lanka

• Nepal and Bhutan

• China and Myanmar

• Pakistan and Afghanistan

What is the length of India's coastline including the island groups?

• 5,000 km

• 8,000 km

• 7,514 km

• 6,100 km

What is a land area surrounded by water on three sides called?

• Peninsula

• Island

• Isthmus

• Archipelago

Which ocean is named after India?

• Arctic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

How much time difference does the Indian Standard Time have from Greenwich Mean Time?

• 4 hours

• 5 hours and 30 minutes

• 6 hours

• 3 hours and 30 minutes

Why does the eastern part of India experience sunrise earlier than the western part?

• Due to India's altitude

• Due to India's longitudinal extent

• Because of India's latitudinal extent

• Because of India's proximity to the equator

What is the significance of the standard meridian in India?

• It is the longest river in India

• It marks the boundary between two states

• It is the highest mountain peak in India

• It provides a uniform time across the country