The Tropic of Cancer's Path
The Tropic of Cancer is an imaginary line of latitude located at approximately 23.5° North. Globally, it marks the northernmost latitude at which the Sun can be directly overhead, which happens during the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere.
Indian States Crossed by the Tropic of Cancer
In India, the Tropic of Cancer passes through eight states, running from west to east:
- Gujarat
- Rajasthan
- Madhya Pradesh
- Chhattisgarh
- Jharkhand
- West Bengal
- Tripura
- Mizoram
Of these, the two states in India's northeast are Tripura and Mizoram.
Evaluating the Options
- Option 1: Nagaland and Mizoram — Nagaland is not crossed by the Tropic of Cancer.
- Option 2: Tripura and Nagaland — Nagaland is not crossed by the Tropic of Cancer.
- Option 3: Tripura and Manipur — Manipur is not crossed by the Tropic of Cancer.
- Option 4: Tripura and Mizoram — Both are crossed by the Tropic of Cancer. ✓
Conclusion
The two northeastern states of India through which the Tropic of Cancer passes are Tripura and Mizoram.
Important Questions from Indian Geography
On which river is the Hirakud Dam situated?
For what reasons is the construction of huge dams opposed?
On which river is the Bhakra Nangal Dam situated?
Muga silk is the product of the silkworm, endemic to which state?
The Ganges is approximately _______ km long.
