India has distinct extreme points that define its geographical boundaries. This topic covers Indira Col, Indira Point, Kibithu and Ghuar Mota along with other important geographical facts frequently asked in competitive examinations.
Correct Answer:
(C) Indira Point
The four extreme points of India are:
Southernmost Point - Indira Point (6o 4' N latitudes) is a village in the Nicobar district of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. It is located in the Great Nicobar tehsil. It is the location of the southernmost point of India’s territory. On the mainland, Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu (8o 4' N latitudes) is the Southernmost point.
Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
Northernmost Point
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Near Siachen Glacier, at Indira Col Ladakh.
Westernmost point
- Guhar Moti or Ghuar Mota (Gujarat).
Easternmost Point
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Kibithu (Arunachal Pradesh).
Ques: 2
Name the place in India where Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean meet.
Correct Answer:
(A) Kanyakumari
Kanyakumari, which is the southernmost point of the Indian mainland, is the place where Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean meet. Kanyakumari is a part of Tamil Nadu.
Ques: 3
Which one of the following pair of states of India indicates the easternmost and westernmost state?
Correct Answer:
(D)
Arunachal Pradesh and Gujarat
The eastern most state is Arunachal Pradesh and the western most is Gujarat.
Ques: 4
The westernmost point of India is -
Correct Answer:
(C) 68° 7' E, in Gujarat
West of Guhar Moti in Kutch, Gujarat is the westernmost point of India. Its Latitude/Longitude is 23.713 N/ 68°7' E. Guhar Moti is in the Kutch region of Gujarat.
Ques: 5
Which one among the following major Indian cities is most eastward located?
Correct Answer:
(C) Lucknow
The location of the above-mentioned cities can be determined by their longitudinal extension, which are
All the above cities are located in the middle of the eastern longitudes. Thus, the city which has the largest longitudinal extension is located most eastward. By looking at the above longitudes Lucknow is most eastward located.