The Tropic of Cancer does not pass through which Indian state among the given options?

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Answer 1

The correct answer is Assam.

Key Points

The Tropic of Cancer is an imaginary line located at 23.5 degrees North of the Equator.
In India, the Tropic of Cancer passes through eight states: Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura, and Mizoram.
Assam is not one of the states through which the Tropic of Cancer passes.
The Tropic of Cancer is the northernmost latitude at which the sun can appear directly overhead at noon.

Additional Information

Geographical Significance: The Tropic of Cancer is significant for understanding the Earth's tilt and the changing seasons. It marks the start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere.
Equator and Tropics: The Earth has five major circles of latitude: the Equator, Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, Arctic Circle, and Antarctic Circle.
Climate Zones: Areas between the Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn experience tropical climates, which are generally warm year-round.
Solar Phenomena: During the Summer Solstice (around June 21st), the sun is directly overhead the Tropic of Cancer, leading to the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.
Historical Navigation: The Tropic of Cancer was used by early navigators to chart their course and understand their position relative to the equator.