Solved UPSC CDS/OTA Question
A solved UPSC CDS/OTA PYQ - decoded step-by-step.
Solve it the standard way once - then learn the shortcut.
Q · Longitudemedium · 45s
How does the International Date Line affect global time?
TopicLongitude
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Test Duration30 min
Step-by-Step Solution
The complete worked solution.
Every step explained - no skipped algebra.
Crossing the International Date Line results in either gaining or losing a calendar day, maintaining date consistency worldwide.
Final Answer: Option B - It causes the date to change by a day when crossing