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Location and Extent — Syllabus

Maharashtra Board · Class 10 · Geography

What Location and Extent covers in Maharashtra Board Class 10 Geography: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Topics include Location and Hemispheric.

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4 Topics · Maharashtra Board Class 10 Geography · 2026-27

Topics in Location and Extent

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1. Location and Hemispheric Position

  • India is located in the northern and eastern hemispheres of the Earth.
  • India is in the southern part of the Asian continent.
  • Brazil lies partly in the northern hemisphere and mostly in the southern hemisphere.
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2. Capitals, Southernmost Point, and Key Names

  • India's capital is New Delhi.
  • Brazil's capital is Brasilia.
  • Indira Point is the southernmost tip of India.
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3. Extent and Boundaries

  • The mainland extent of India is roughly 8°4'N to 37°6'N latitudes and 68°7'E to 97°25'E longitudes.
  • The mainland extent of Brazil is roughly 5°15'N to 33°45'S latitudes and 34°47'W to 73°48'W longitudes.
  • India has land and water boundaries that must be studied through map observation.
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4. Historical Background and Post-Independence Development

  • India was under British rule for almost one-and-a-half centuries before gaining independence in 1947.
  • India faced problems such as three wars, famine situations in various parts, and similar issues after independence.
  • India is a major developing country of the world.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Location and Extent

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What are the important topics in Location and Extent for Maharashtra Board Class 10 Geography?
Key topics in Location and Extent include Location and Hemispheric Position, Capitals, Southernmost Point, and Key Names, Extent and Boundaries, Historical Background and Post-Independence Development. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Maharashtra Board Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise Location and Extent for the Maharashtra Board Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 43 practice questions on Location and Extent. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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