Among the following cities, which one is nearest to the Tropic of Cancer?

Correct Option

The Tropic of Cancer is situated at approximately 23.5° North latitude. To identify the city nearest to this latitude, we compare the approximate latitudes of the given cities:

• Kolkata: Approximately 22.57°N (Absolute difference from 23.5°N: ~0.93°)
• Nagpur: Approximately 21.15°N (Absolute difference from 23.5°N: ~2.35°)
• Jodhpur: Approximately 26.24°N (Absolute difference from 23.5°N: ~2.74°)
• Delhi: Approximately 28.61°N (Absolute difference from 23.5°N: ~5.11°)

Among the given options, Kolkata exhibits the smallest absolute latitudinal difference from the Tropic of Cancer, making it the nearest city.

Incorrect Options

Delhi, Jodhpur, and Nagpur are located at greater distances from the Tropic of Cancer compared to Kolkata. Delhi is situated approximately 5.1° north of the Tropic. Jodhpur lies about 2.7° north, and Nagpur is approximately 2.3° south of the Tropic of Cancer.