Which one of the following pairs of States of India indicates the easternmost and westernmost State?

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2015 Prelims]

(a) Assam and Rajasthan

(b) Arunachal Pradesh and Rajasthan

(c) Assam and Gujarat

(d) Arunachal Pradesh and Gujarat


Answer: (d)

Explanation:

  • India is a large country situated entirely in the Northern hemisphere, with its main land extending between 8°4’N and 37°6’N latitudes and 68°7’E and 97°25’E longitudes.
  • Arunachal Pradesh, located at 97°25’E longitude, is the easternmost state of India, while Gujarat, situated at 68°7’E longitude, is the westernmost state of India.

Therefore, option (d) is the correct answer.

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