Both the latitudinal and longitudinal extent of India’s mainland is about 30°. But on looking at the map of India which of the following alternatives do you observe about India’s size?
A
East-west extent appears to be smaller than north-south extent
B
East-west extent appears to be larger than north-south extent
C
East-west and north-south extent appears equal
D
North-south extent appears to be smaller than east-west extent
Answer:
The correct option is A. East-west extent appears to be smaller than north-south extent
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