Chapter 1: India - Size and Location

Multiple Choice Questions:

1. The Tropic of Cancer does not pass through:
a) Rajasthan
b) Odisha
c) Chhattisgarh
d) Tripura

Answer: b) Odisha

Explanation:
The Tropic of Cancer is an imaginary line located at 23.5 degrees north of the Equator. It passes through several Indian states, including Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Tripura. However, it does not pass through Odisha.

2. The southernmost point of India is:
a) Kanyakumari
b) Indira Point
c) Tuticorin
d) Cochin

Answer: b) Indira Point

Explanation:
The southernmost point of India is Indira Point, located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is situated at 6 degrees 45 minutes north latitude.

3. The standard meridian of India passes through:
a) Delhi
b) Kolkata
c) Chennai
d) Mumbai

Answer: a) Delhi

Explanation:
The standard meridian of India, also known as the 82.5 degrees east longitude, passes through the city of Delhi. It is used as the standard reference for time and longitudinal calculations in India.

4. The westernmost longitude of India is:
a) 68° 7' E
b) 68° 37' E
c) 68° 47' E
d) 68° 57' E

Answer: c) 68° 47' E

Explanation:
The westernmost longitude of India is 68° 47' E, which is located near the village of Ghuar Mafi in Gujarat. This longitude is used to calculate the Indian Standard Time (IST).

5. The easternmost longitude of India is:
a) 97° 25' E
b) 97° 35' E
c) 97° 45' E
d) 97° 55' E

Answer: d) 97° 55' E

Explanation:
The easternmost longitude of India is 97° 55' E, which is located near the village of Kibithu in Arunachal Pradesh. This longitude marks the easternmost point of India's mainland.

Summary:
- The Tropic of Cancer does not pass through Odisha.
- The southernmost point of India is Indira Point in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
- The standard meridian of India passes through Delhi.
- The westernmost longitude of India is 68° 47' E.
- The easternmost longitude of India is 97° 55' E.