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The Standard Meridian of India passes through how many states?
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AFive
BEight
CThree
DSeven
Correct Answer: FiveYour Answer: A
Explanation
Correct (A): The Standard Meridian (82 degrees 30 minutes East) passes through five states — Uttar Pradesh. Why the other options are wrong: (B) Eight does not satisfy the specific geographical fact, location, measurement or relationship asked; (C) Three does not satisfy the specific geographical fact, location, measurement or relationship asked; (D) Seven does not satisfy the specific geographical fact, location, measurement or relationship asked.
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