Which one among the following is the northernmost located city of Indi

Which one among the following is the northernmost located city of India ?

Patna
Kolkata
Guwahati
Kohima
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2021
The correct answer is Guwahati.
To determine the northernmost city among the given options, we need to compare their latitudes. Approximate latitudes are:
– Patna (Bihar): ~25.5° N
– Kolkata (West Bengal): ~22.6° N
– Guwahati (Assam): ~26.2° N
– Kohima (Nagaland): ~25.6° N

Comparing these values, Guwahati has the highest latitude (approximately 26.2° N), making it the northernmost city among the given options.

Latitudinal comparison is a standard method for determining the relative north-south position of places. It’s useful to have a general idea of the geographical location and approximate latitudes of major Indian cities, especially those mentioned frequently in geographical context.