Among the following cities, which one is nearest to the Tropic of Cancer?
A
Delhi
B
Kolkata
C
Jodhpur
D
Nagpur
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
1 The Tropic of Cancer (approximately 23.5° N latitude) passes through India.
2 We need to find which city among the options is nearest to this latitude.
3 Approximate latitudes of the cities:
- Delhi: ~28.7° N
- Kolkata: ~22.6° N
- Jodhpur: ~26.3° N
- Nagpur: ~21.1° N
4 Comparing these latitudes with the Tropic of Cancer (23.5° N), Kolkata (22.6° N) is the closest among the options.