Among the following cities, which one lies on a longitude closest to that of Delhi?
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 1 — Bengaluru
Delhi is located at approximately 77.10°E longitude, and among the given options, Bengaluru (77.59°E) lies closest to this longitude with a difference of only about 0.49°. Hyderabad (78.49°E), Nagpur (79.09°E), and Pune (73.86°E) are all farther away from Delhi's longitude.
📝 Short Notes: Longitudes of Major Indian Cities
| City | Longitude | Difference from Delhi |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 77.10°E | - |
| Bengaluru | 77.59°E | 0.49° |
| Hyderabad | 78.49°E | 1.39° |
| Nagpur | 79.09°E | 1.99° |
| Pune | 73.86°E | 3.24° |
- Bengaluru and Delhi nearly share the same longitudinal line, making them closest in east-west positioning.
- Pune lies significantly west of Delhi, while Hyderabad and Nagpur lie progressively east.
- Understanding longitude positions helps in determining time zones and relative geographical positioning of cities.
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