India: Size and Location Ncert Geography Class 9th Chapter 1 summary
NCERT Geography Class 9 Chapter 1 – India: Size and Location R.K.Verma Detailed Summary in English and Hindi Chapter 1 – India: Size and Location Introduction The first chapter of NCERT Geography Class 9 explains the size , location , and importance of India in the world. It describes how India’s geographical position affects its climate, trade, culture, and economic development. India is one of the largest countries in the world and occupies an important place in South Asia. 1. India’s Location India is located in the Northern Hemisphere and lies completely in the Eastern Hemisphere . Latitudinal extent: 8°4'N to 37°6'N Longitudinal extent: 68°7'E to 97°25'E Important Lines The Tropic of Cancer (23°30'N) passes almost through the middle of India. It divides India into: Tropical Zone (South) Subtropical Zone (North) India’s Position in Asia India lies south of the Asian continent and extends into the Indian Ocean. It is surrounded by: Arabian Sea in the west ...