PREVIOUSLY ASKED IN:
WBPSC Miscellaneous Preliminary 2023
Answer
Tropic of Cancer
Explanation
The Tropic of Cancer (\( 23.5^\circ \) N latitude) passes through the middle of India, dividing the country into almost two equal halves: Northern India and Southern India. It traverses through 8 Indian states. This division heavily influences India's climate, creating a tropical climate in the south and a sub-tropical climate in the north.
Key Points
- > Value of Tropic of Cancer: \( 23.5^\circ \) North.
- > Passes through 8 Indian states.
- > West to East order: Gujarat, Rajasthan, MP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, WB, Tripura, Mizoram.
- > Passes through 5 districts of West Bengal.
- > The Mahi river cuts the Tropic of Cancer twice.
- > Tropic of Capricorn (\( 23.5^\circ \) S) passes through Australia, not India.
- > Equator (\( 0^\circ \)) lies south of the Indian mainland.
Additional Information
Tropic of Cancer States
| Region | States Crossed |
|---|---|
| West | Gujarat, Rajasthan |
| Central | MP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand |
| East | West Bengal |
| North-East | Tripura, Mizoram |
Memory Tips
- Mnemonic: GRM CJ WTM (Gujarat, Rajasthan, MP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, WB, Tripura, Mizoram).