If India adopts two time zones based on 75$^circ$E meridian for western India and 90$^circ$E meridian for eastern India, which one among the following states of eastern India will be benefitted most? [Asstt Commdt 2011]

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If India adopts two time zones based on 75

A	Manipur
B	West Bengal
C	Assam
D	Bihar

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -If India adopts two time zones based on 75°E meridian for western India and 90°E meridian for eastern India, Assam of eastern India will be benefitted most. Places located on the eastern side of India like Assam witness sunrise as early as 4.30 am due to single time zone.

Detailed explanation-2: -Complete answer: Now to answer the question Yes, India requires multiple standard times due to a time difference of around 2 hours between the easternmost and westernmost portions of the country. India’s huge longitudinal expanse is estimated to be around 30 degrees.

Detailed explanation-3: -*IST is ahead of GMT by 5:30 Hours.

Detailed explanation-4: -There are also economic benefits to having two time zones; people will be able to work and plan more effectively. According to a study by the National Institute of Advanced Studies, two time zones will help India save 2.7 billion units of electricity a year.

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