Which is the Standard Meridian of India?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 82°30ʹ E.
The Standard Meridian of India is 82°30'E (often written as 82°3'E), and it passes through Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh. This meridian is used to determine the Indian Standard Time (IST), which is UTC+5:30.