WBCS.LIVE practice question

The 'Tropic of Cancer' passes through how many districts of West Bengal?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 3
  2. 4
  3. 5
  4. 6

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 5

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: (C) 5 šŸ“š Explanation: The Tropic of Cancer (23.5Ā° N) passes through five districts of West Bengal: Purulia, Bankura, Paschim Bardhaman, Purba Bardhaman, and Nadia. In Nadia district, it passes through places like Krishnanagar and Dhubulia. This line of latitude is significant as it marks the northernmost point where the sun can appear directly overhead at noon.