GS PrelimsGeography (World mapping)Regions and Countries in News2008

Which one of the following cities is nearest to the equator?

Colombo

Jakarta

Manila

Singapore.

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

1. The equator is at 0° latitude. 2. Comparing the approximate latitudes of the given cities: - Colombo, Sri Lanka: ~7° North - Jakarta, Indonesia: ~6° South - Manila, Philippines: ~14.5° North - Singapore: ~1.3° North 3. Singapore, at approximately 1.3° North, is the nearest to the equator among the options.

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