CLASS IX GEOGRAPHY "INDIA:SIZE AND LOCATION" NOTES

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INDIA:SIZE AND LOCATION

GEOGRAPHY

CLASS IX

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**India's Location:**

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1. **Hemisphere Position:**
   - *Location:* India is entirely in the Northern Hemisphere.
   - *Visual Reference:* Refer to the figure below for a clear understanding.

2. **Latitude Range:**
   - *North-South Extent:* India spans between latitudes 8°4’N and 37°6’N.
   - *Tropic of Cancer:* This imaginary line (23°30’N) divides India almost into two equal parts.

3. **Longitude Range:**
   - *East-West Extent:* India stretches between longitudes 68°7’E and 97°25’E.

👊TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 
**1. What hemisphere is India located in?**
   - A. Southern Hemisphere
   - B. Eastern Hemisphere
   - C. Northern Hemisphere
   - D. Western Hemisphere

**2. What is the latitude range of India?**
   - A. 8°4’N to 37°6’N
   - B. 12°3’S to 42°8’S
   - C. 0°E to 45°W
   - D. 20°N to 55°N

**3. Which imaginary line divides India almost into two equal parts in terms of latitude?**
   - A. Equator
   - B. Tropic of Capricorn
   - C. Prime Meridian
   - D. Tropic of Cancer

**4. What is the east-west extent of India in terms of longitude?**
   - A. 60°E to 85°E
   - B. 68°7’E to 97°25’E
   - C. 45°W to 75°W
   - D. 20°E to 40°E

**5. In which hemisphere is the majority of India's land situated?**
   - A. Southern Hemisphere
   - B. Northern Hemisphere
   - C. Both Hemispheres equally
   - D. Cannot be determined from the given information

*Answers:*  
1. C. Northern Hemisphere  
2. A. 8°4’N to 37°6’N  
3. D. Tropic of Cancer  
4. B. 68°7’E to 97°25’E  
5. B. Northern Hemisphere

**Summary for Learning:**
   - India is in the Northern Hemisphere.
   - Latitude range: 8°4’N to 37°6’N, with the Tropic of Cancer dividing it.
   - Longitude range: 68°7’E to 97°25’E.

Remember, India's location is entirely in the Northern Hemisphere, with specific latitude and longitude ranges that students can memorize for a clear understanding.

**India's Size and Geography:**

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1. **World Ranking:**
   - *Percentage of World's Area:* India covers about 2.4% of the world's total geographical area.
   - *Global Ranking:* It is the 7th largest country in the world by size.

2. **Land Boundary:**
   - *Length:* India has a land boundary of approximately 15,200 km.

3. **Coastline Length:**
   - *Mainland and Islands:* The total coastline, including Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep, is 7,516.6 km.

4. **Geographical Boundaries:**
   - *Mountainous Borders:* Bounded by mountains in the northwest, north, and northeast.
   - *Tapering Shape:* South of about 22° north latitude, India tapers towards the Indian Ocean.
   - *Resulting Seas:* Divided into two seas – the Arabian Sea on the west and the Bay of Bengal on the east.

5. **Standard Time:**
   - *Meridian and Standard Time:* Standard time is based on the Standard Meridian of India (82°30’E), passing through Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh.

👊TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 
**1. What is India's ranking in terms of the world's geographical area?**
   - A. 3rd largest
   - B. 5th largest
   - C. 7th largest
   - D. 10th largest

**2. What is the approximate length of India's land boundary?**
   - A. 10,500 km
   - B. 12,800 km
   - C. 15,200 km
   - D. 17,300 km

**3. What is the total coastline length of India, including islands?**
   - A. 5,432.1 km
   - B. 7,516.6 km
   - C. 9,120.3 km
   - D. 11,005.8 km

**4. Which geographical feature bounds India in the northwest, north, and northeast?**
   - A. Deserts
   - B. Plateaus
   - C. Mountains
   - D. Plains

**5. Where is the Standard Meridian of India located?**
   - A. 75°45’E
   - B. 82°30’E
   - C. 90°W
   - D. 100°E

*Answers:*  
1. C. 7th largest  
2. C. 15,200 km  
3. B. 7,516.6 km  
4. C. Mountains  
5. B. 82°30’E

**Summary for Learning:**
   - India is the 7th largest country, covering 2.4% of the world's area.
   - Land boundary is about 15,200 km.
   - Total coastline, including islands, is 7,516.6 km.
   - Geographically, bordered by mountains, tapering towards the Indian Ocean, resulting in the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal.
   - Standard time is based on the 82°30’E Standard Meridian passing through Mirzapur.

Remember, India's size, land boundary, coastline, geographical features, and the Standard Meridian for time calculation are key aspects of its geography.

**India's Global Position:**

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1. **Central Location:**
   - *Position:* India is centrally located between East and West Asia.
   - *Extension:* It is a southward extension of the Asian continent.

2. **Ocean Routes:**
   - *Connectivity:* Trans-Indian Ocean routes connect Europe in the West and East Asia.
   - *Unique Coastline:* India has the longest coastline on the Indian Ocean compared to any other country.

3. **Historical Global Connections:**
   - *Age-Old Contacts:* India's connections with the world have existed through ages.
   - *Trade in Goods:* India exported spices, muslin, and various merchandise to different countries.

4. **Cultural Influence:**
   - *Inbound Influence:* Greek sculpture and architectural styles like domes and minarets from West Asia have influenced different parts of India.

👊TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 
**1. Where is India centrally located in relation to Asia?**
   - A. Eastern Asia
   - B. Northern Asia
   - C. Central Asia
   - D. Southward extension of West Asia

**2. What makes India a strategic location for ocean routes?**
   - A. Connectivity to Pacific Ocean
   - B. Trans-Atlantic Ocean routes
   - C. Trans-Indian Ocean routes
   - D. Arctic Ocean connections

**3. What has been a significant aspect of India's historical global connections?**
   - A. Modern diplomatic relations
   - B. Age-old contacts
   - C. Colonial expansion
   - D. Technological collaborations

**4. Which country has the longest coastline on the Indian Ocean?**
   - A. China
   - B. Australia
   - C. India
   - D. Indonesia

**5. What cultural influences have shaped different parts of India?**
   - A. Mesoamerican art
   - B. East Asian calligraphy
   - C. Greek sculpture and West Asian architectural styles
   - D. Nordic folklore

*Answers:*  
1. D. Southward extension of West Asia  
2. C. Trans-Indian Ocean routes  
3. B. Age-old contacts  
4. C. India  
5. C. Greek sculpture and West Asian architectural styles

**Summary for Learning:**
   - India's central location connects East and West Asia.
   - It's a southward extension of the Asian continent.
   - Trans-Indian Ocean routes link Europe and East Asia.
   - India has the longest Indian Ocean coastline.
   - Historical global connections involve trade in spices and cultural influences from Greece and West Asia.

Remember, India's central position, ocean routes, historical trade, and cultural influences are key elements highlighting its global connections.

**India's Neighbours:**

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1. **Land Boundaries:**
   - *Northwest:* Shares boundaries with Pakistan and Afghanistan.
   - *North:* Borders China (Tibet), Nepal, and Bhutan.
   - *East:* Shares land borders with Myanmar and Bangladesh.

2. **Southern Neighbours:**
   - *Across the Sea:* Southern neighbours are the island countries, Sri Lanka and Maldives.

3. **Total States and Union Territories:**
   - *States:* India has 28 states.
   - *Union Territories:* Additionally, there are eight Union Territories.

4. **Geographical and Historical Links:**
   - *Strong Connections:* India maintains robust geographical and historical links with its neighbours.

👊TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 
**1. Which countries share land boundaries with India in the northwest?**
   - A. Pakistan and Afghanistan
   - B. China and Bhutan
   - C. Nepal and Myanmar
   - D. Bangladesh and Sri Lanka

**2. What are India's northern neighbors?**
   - A. China, Nepal, and Bhutan
   - B. Pakistan and Afghanistan
   - C. Myanmar and Bangladesh
   - D. Sri Lanka and Maldives

**3. How many states does India have?**
   - A. 20 states
   - B. 28 states
   - C. 32 states
   - D. 35 states

**4. Besides states, how many Union Territories does India have?**
   - A. Four
   - B. Six
   - C. Eight
   - D. Ten

**5. What type of links does India maintain with its neighbors?**
   - A. Strictly political links
   - B. Geographical and historical links
   - C. Economic links only
   - D. Cultural links

*Answers:*  
1. A. Pakistan and Afghanistan  
2. A. China, Nepal, and Bhutan  
3. B. 28 states  
4. C. Eight  
5. B. Geographical and historical links

**Summary for Learning:**
   - Land boundaries with Pakistan, Afghanistan, China, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, and Bangladesh.
   - Southern neighbours are Sri Lanka and Maldives.
   - India consists of 28 states and eight Union Territories.
   - Strong geographical and historical connections are maintained with neighbouring countries.

Remember, India shares land boundaries with specific countries, has southern neighbours across the sea, and maintains strong ties with all its neighbouring nations.



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