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India's longitudinal extent spreads over approximately how many degrees?

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Correct answer: About 29 degrees

The governing concept is longitudinal extent, found by subtracting the westernmost longitude from the easternmost longitude. India’s mainland extends approximately from 68°7'E in the west to 97°25'E in the east. The difference is 97°25' − 68°7' = about 29°18', which is conventionally rounded to approximately 29 degrees. Hence, option B is correct. This broad east–west spread also creates a local-time difference of nearly two hours, because every 15 degrees of longitude corresponds to roughly one hour of time. India nevertheless follows one standard time based on 82°30'E. The values 15°, 45° and 60° do not represent India’s longitudinal extent.

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