Question

    Among the following cities, which one lies on a longitude closest to that of Delhi?

    A Bengaluru Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Hyderabad Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Nagpur Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Pune Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Longitude is measured by imaginary lines that run around the Earth vertically (up and down) and meet at the North and South Poles. These lines are known as meridians. They are used to define the East-West position of a location on the planet. Longitude of Delhi- 77.1025° E Longitude of Bengaluru- 77.5946°E Longitude of Hyderabad- 78.4867° E Longitude of Nagpur- 79.0882° E Longitude of Pune- 73.8567° E

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