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Which of the following sets of cities is located on the reference longitude for Indian standard time?

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

Answer options

  1. Bangalore–Varanasi
  2. Chennai–Varanasi
  3. Kakinada–Pondicherry
  4. Pondicherry–Varanasi

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Kakinada–Pondicherry

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: C) Kakinada–Pondicherry 📚 Explanation: The reference longitude for Indian Standard Time (IST) is 82.5 degrees East, which passes through Mirzapur near Allahabad. Both 'Kakinada' (in Andhra Pradesh) and 'Pondicherry' are located very close to this longitudinal line. This line serves as the standard time meridian for the entire country.