Geomorphology : Distribution Of Continents & Oceans

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UPSC CSE Prelims 1997

Figure for the question: Consider the geographical details given in the following figure: The point marked by A in…

Consider the geographical details given in the following figure: The point marked by A in the above figure indicates the countries in:

EXPLANATION

Correct Option (c):

The provided figure displays a geographical area primarily located between 5°N and 51°N latitude. Point A is situated at approximately 51°N latitude and appears to be within the British Isles. This latitudinal position, specifically around 51°N, is characteristic of southern England, where cities like London are located. The United Kingdom is geographically part of the continent of Europe. Therefore, the point marked A indicates countries in Europe.

Incorrect Options:

North America: The geographical coordinates indicated by point A (approximately 51°N latitude) do not correspond to any major landmass in North America. North America is situated at different latitudinal and longitudinal ranges.

South America: South America is located predominantly in the Southern Hemisphere and extends north only to approximately 12°N latitude. Point A, being at 51°N latitude, is significantly further north and in a different hemisphere relative to most of South America.

Asia: While Asia is a large continent, the specific latitude and longitude depicted by point A clearly place it within Western Europe, not Asia.

SOURCENCERT Class 11 Geography Chapter 4: Distribution of Oceans and Continents