Which of the below passes through the centre of India
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Tropic of Cancer
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Equator
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Tropic of Capricon
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None
The Tropic of Cancer (23.5°N) passes through the middle of India, dividing the country into almost equal halves. It passes through states like Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and West Bengal.
To answer this question, we need to understand the geographical coordinates of India and the location of the Tropic of Cancer.
The correct answer is A) Tropic of Cancer.
The Tropic of Cancer is an imaginary line of latitude located at approximately 23.5 degrees north of the Equator. It is the northernmost point at which the Sun appears directly overhead during the summer solstice.
India is located in the Northern Hemisphere, and the Tropic of Cancer passes through the central part of the country. Therefore, it can be said that the Tropic of Cancer passes through the center of India.
Option B) Equator is incorrect because the Equator is an imaginary line of latitude located at 0 degrees and it does not pass through India.
Option C) Tropic of Capricorn is incorrect because the Tropic of Capricorn is an imaginary line of latitude located at approximately 23.5 degrees south of the Equator. It does not pass through India.
Option D) None is incorrect because the Tropic of Cancer does pass through the center of India.