How much the southern tip of India is far away from the line of equator?
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956 Km
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876 Km
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750 Km
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None of these
B
Correct answer
Explanation
The southern tip of India at Indira Point (Great Nicobar Island) is located at approximately 6°45'N latitude. The distance from the equator (0° latitude) to this point is calculated using the Earth's circumference, yielding approximately 876 kilometers. This measurement represents India's closest approach to the equator among its territories.