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The Standard Meridian of India (82.5Ā° E) passes through which city?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Jaipur
  2. Bhopal
  3. Ranchi
  4. Mirzapur

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Mirzapur

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) Mirzapur šŸ“š Explanation: The Standard Meridian of India is located at 82.5Ā° East longitude. It passes directly through the city of Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh, which is located very close to Prayagraj (Allahabad). The exact local time along this specific meridian is officially adopted as the Indian Standard Time (IST) for the entire country.