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The southern part of India lies within the tropics. In which zone does the northern part lie?

APolar or frigid zone
BEquatorial rainforest zone
CCold temperate or tundra
DSub-tropical or warm temperate
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Sub-tropical or warm temperate
1. The Tropic of Cancer divides the country. 2. The north is sub-tropical or warm temperate. 3. This causes large variety in climate and soils. _Source: syllabus India Physical Environment, Chapter 1, India Location._
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