Question

Which one of the following latitudinal extent is relevant for the extent of
India’s area?
(a) 8°41'N - 35°7'N
(b) 8°4'N - 37°6'N
(c) 8°4'N - 35°6'N
(d) 6°45'N - 37°6'N
NCERT Solutions for Class 11th Geography India Physical Environment Chapter 1 Exercise 1(i)

Answer 1

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The correct answer is (b) 8°4'N to 37°6'N

India lies entirely in the northern and eastern hemispheres. The main land of India extends from 8° 4' 28" N to 37° 6' 53" N latitudes and from 68° 7' 53" E to 97° 24' 47" E longitudes. The latitudinal and longitudinal extent of India is approximately the same i.e. 30 degrees.


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Answer 2

Answer: the correct answer is b:

Explanation: according to latitude India is in northern hemisphere. It extends between 8°4'N to 37°6'N.