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1. The geographic location of Bangladesh is on the line of
- A. Tropic of Capricorn
- B. Tropic of Capricorn
- C. Tropic of Capricorn
- D. Tropic of Capricorn
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Bangladesh is on the lines of the Tropic of Cancer and the 90° East Meridian, and lies within the 20°34′ and 26°38′ North latitude and 88°01′ and 92°41′ East longitude. This location places it in South Asia, straddling the border of South Asia and Southeast Asia. It is surrounded by India to the west, north, and east, and the Bay of Bengal to the south.
- Key geographic lines: The Tropic of Cancer passes through the country, crossing the 90° East Meridian in the Faridpur district.
- Latitude and longitude: Bangladesh is situated between 20°34′ and 26°38′ North latitude and 88°01′ and 92°41′ East longitude.
- Regional location: It is located in the northeastern part of South Asia.
- Surrounding regions: It is bordered by India on its western, northern, and eastern sides, with a small border with Myanmar in the southeast. The southern part of the country is on the coast of the Bay of Bengal.
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