Q. Consider the following statements:
The Tropic of Cancer Passes through 6 states of India
Prior to Arabian Sea , the last country on land it enters is Oman
Which among the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: Only 2
Notes:
- The Tropic of Cancer Passes through 6 states of India: Incorrect. The Tropic of Cancer passes through 8 Indian states - Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura and Mizoram.
- Prior to Arabian Sea, the last country on land it enters is Oman: Correct. The Arabian Sea is bordered by India, Pakistan, Iran, Oman and some African countries. Before entering the Arabian Sea, the Tropic of Cancer passes through Oman, which is the last country on land.
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