Tropic of Cancer (23°30′ N) passes through ______ state of India.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Chhattisgarh
The Tropic of Cancer (23°30′ N latitude) passes through Chhattisgarh among the options given. It is one of the eight Indian states the Tropic of Cancer crosses, which also include Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura, and Mizoram. This imaginary line plays a vital role in determining the climate of these regions. It marks the northern limit of the sun’s direct rays, influencing temperature, day length, and seasonal changes, especially in agricultural and ecological patterns across these states.