UPSC 2024GeographyModerate

On June 21 every year, which of the following latitude(s) experience(s) a sunlight of more than 12 hours? 1. Equator 2. Tropic of Cancer 3. Tropic of Capricorn 4. Arctic Circle Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A
1 only
B
2 only
C
3 and 4
D
2 and 4
Correct Answer

Explanation

On June 21 (Summer Solstice), the Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the Sun, causing all latitudes north of the Equator—including the Tropic of Cancer and the Arctic Circle—to experience daylight for more than 12 hours. The Equator is an incorrect choice because it consistently experiences approximately 12 hours of daylight year-round, while the Tropic of Capricorn in the Southern Hemisphere experiences its shortest day (less than 12 hours) on this date. This question tests the core concept of Earth's axial tilt and its impact on seasonal variations in day length across different latitudes.

Physical GeographyEarth's Tilt and SeasonsJune 21Summer SolsticeEquatorTropic of CancerTropic of CapricornArctic CircleDaylight hours

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