In order to find out the absolute location of a place on the map, which of the following will be required?
[amp_mcq option1=”Latitude of the place alone” option2=”Longitude of the place alone” option3=”Both latitude and longitude of the place” option4=”Neither latitude nor longitude of the place” correct=”option3″]
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UPSC CAPF – 2021
To find the absolute location of a place on a map or the Earth’s surface, both its latitude and longitude are required.
Absolute location is defined by a unique set of coordinates within a specific reference system. On Earth, the most common system uses latitude and longitude, which form a grid. Latitude lines run east-west and measure distance north or south of the Equator. Longitude lines run north-south and measure distance east or west of the Prime Meridian.