India Size and Location Flashcards
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Most Ancient Civilization in the world
India
Latitudes and Longitudes between which India lies
latitudes 8°4’N and
37°6’N and longitudes 68°7’E and 97°25’E.
Latitude of Tropic of Cancer
(23° 30’N)
Where does Andaman and Nicobar Islands lie with respect to India?
Southeast in the Bay of Bengal
Where does Lakshadweep Islands lie with respect to India?
Southwest in Arabian Sea
What is Indira point and what happened to Indira Point?
The southernmost point of
the Indian Union– ‘Indira Point’ got submerged under
the sea water in 2004 during the Tsunami.
Area of the Landmass of India
3.28 million sq.km
How much of the total geographical area of the world does India occupy?
t 2.4 per cent
Measure of the land boundary of India?
15,200 km
Measure of the total coastline of India, including the Islands
7,516.6 km.
Comment on India’s distance from Europe
Since the opening of the
Suez Canal in 1869, India’s distance from Europe
has been reduced by 7,000 km.
What is the total area of India?
3.287 million square kilometers.
Which is the largest state in India by area?
Rajasthan.
True or False: India is the seventh-largest country in the world.
True.
What are the coordinates of India’s geographical location?
Between 8°4’N and 37°6’N latitudes and 68°7’E and 97°25’E longitudes.
Fill in the blank: India is bounded by _____ to the north.
The Himalayas.
Which ocean lies to the south of India?
The Indian Ocean.
What is the length of India’s coastline?
Approximately 7,516 kilometers.
Which two countries share a land border with India to the west?
Pakistan and Afghanistan.
True or False: India is located entirely in the Northern Hemisphere.
False.
What is the significance of the Tropic of Cancer in India’s geography?
It divides India into two halves, affecting climate and agriculture.
Which is the southernmost point of mainland India?
Kanyakumari.
Which sea is located to the west of India?
The Arabian Sea.
What is the approximate north-south extent of India?
About 3,200 kilometers.
Fill in the blank: The easternmost point of India is _____ in Arunachal Pradesh.
Dawki.
What is the capital city of India?
New Delhi.
Which mountain range forms the northern boundary of India?
The Himalayas.
True or False: India has a land boundary of approximately 15,200 km.
True.
What are the names of the two island groups of India?
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep.
Which state in India is known for its geographical diversity, including deserts and mountains?
Rajasthan.
What is the westernmost point of India?
Gujarat.
Fill in the blank: The Indian subcontinent includes India, Pakistan, _____, Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh.
Sri Lanka.
What is the main reason for India’s diverse climate?
Its vast size and varied topography.
True or False: India is bordered by Bangladesh to the east.
True.
How many states and union territories does India have?
28 states and 8 union territories.
What geographical feature separates India from Sri Lanka?
The Palk Strait.
Which city is located at the geographical center of India?
Nagpur.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the longest river in India.
Ganga.
