Q8 of 9 Page 12

If every state follows its local time then what problems will arise?

If every state follows its local time, the following problems will arise:


(i) People traveling to different states would have to change their clocks too often.


(ii) There would be confusion and chaos in the timings of railways, airlines, buses etc.


(iii) The schedules of television shows, live shows and games, news, etc. would be disrupted.


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