Multiple choice

If it is 10.00 am IST, then what would be the local time in Shillong on 92o E longitude?

  1. 9.38 am

  2. 10.38 am

  3. 10.22 am

  4. 9.22 am
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The standard meridian of India is 82.5 degrees E. Shillong is at 92 degrees E. The difference is 9.5 degrees. Since 1 degree = 4 minutes, 9.5 * 4 = 38 minutes. Since Shillong is east of the standard meridian, it is ahead in time. 10:00 am + 38 minutes = 10:38 am.

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