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 Have you ever wondered how many states in India are crossed by the Tropic of Cancer ? This invisible yet significant line holds great geographical importance. Known as the Tropic of Cancer , it is one of the five major latitude lines that divide the Earth. Let’s explore its path and understand which Indian states it passes through. What is the Tropic of Cancer? The Tropic of Cancer is an imaginary line located at approximately 23.5° North latitude . It marks the northernmost point on Earth where the sun can be directly overhead. This happens once a year during the summer solstice (around June 21st). How Many Indian States are Crossed by the Tropic of Cancer? The Tropic of Cancer passes through 8 Indian states . These states are: Gujarat Rajasthan Madhya Pradesh Chhattisgarh Jharkhand West Bengal Tripura Mizoram Why is the Tropic of Cancer Important? Climate Division : It helps in dividing the country into tropical and subtropical zones. Agr...

  Hints: The Constitution of India, being federal in structure, divides all powers, i.e., legislative, executive and financial between the Centre and the states. The Constitution contains elaborate provisions to regulate the various dimensions of the relations between the Centre and the states. The Centre-State relations can be analyzed under three heads:  • Legislative relations.  • Administrative relations.  • Financial relations. Limitation to the territorial Jurisdiction of the Parliament: The Constitution defines the territorial limits of the legislative powers vested in the Centre and the states in the following way: • The Parliament can make laws for the whole or any part of the territory of India. The territory of India     includes the states, the union territories, and any other area for the time being included in the territory     of India.  • A state legislature can make laws for the whole or any part of the state. The ...

Hints: In the scheme of the parliamentary system of government provided by the Constitution, the Governor is the nominal executive authority and the Chief Minister is the real executive authority. The Governor is the head of the state while the Chief Minister is the head of the government. Thus, the position of the Chief Minister at the state level is analogous to the position of the Prime Minister at the Centre.  According to the convections of the parliamentary system of government, the Governor appoints the leader of the majority party in the state legislative assembly as the Chief Minister. But, when no party has a clear majority in the assembly, then the Governor may exercise his personal discretion in the selection and appointment of the Chief Minister. In such a situation, the Governor usually appoints the leader of the largest party or coalition in the assembly as the Chief Minister and asks him to seek a vote of confidence in the House within a month. Constitutional provi...

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is one of the most important parliamentary committees in India. It plays a crucial role in ensuring accountability of the executive to the legislature in matters of public expenditure. Total Members in the Public Accounts Committee The Public Accounts Committee consists of 22 members : 15 members from the Lok Sabha (House of the People) 7 members from the Rajya Sabha (Council of States) These members are elected every year according to the principle of proportional representation by means of single transferable vote , ensuring fair representation from all political parties. About PAC Members : The Chairperson of the PAC is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Traditionally, the chairperson is from the opposition party , ensuring unbiased scrutiny. Ministers cannot be members of the PAC. Role of PAC Members : PAC members examine: Reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) Government expenditure to ensure ...

The current King of Puri is Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb The heritage of Odisha is rich with culture, tradition, and royal legacy. Among the most prominent royal lineages in India is that of the Gajapati Kings of Puri , the custodians of the revered Jagannath Temple . The current King of Puri is Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb , a highly respected and spiritual figure known for his deep devotion and dedication to Lord Jagannath. Who is Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb? Born into the royal family of Puri, Gajapati Dibyasingha Deb became the Gajapati Maharaja in 1970 following the demise of his father. Though the monarchy in India no longer holds political power, the title of Gajapati still carries immense religious and cultural significance in Odisha. He is not just a symbolic figure; he plays a crucial ceremonial role in all important rituals of the Jagannath Temple in Puri , especially during the famous Rath Yatra (Chariot Festival) . Role of the Gajapati Maharaja in Ja...

At the 7th Helicopter and Small Aircraft Summit in Pune, the Civil Aviation Minister announced a new Helicopter Directorate under DGCA to boost India's regional air connectivity and rotorcraft operations. Civil Aviation Minister Unveils New Helicopter Directorate Under DGCA at Pune Summit In a significant step towards enhancing regional air connectivity and promoting helicopter operations in India, the Civil Aviation Minister announced the creation of a dedicated Helicopter Directorate under DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) . This announcement was made at the 7th Helicopter and Small Aircraft Summit held in Pune, Maharashtra . Helicopter Directorate to streamline regulation, safety, and certification for rotorcraft operations. Aimed at promoting small aircraft and helicopter services in remote and underserved regions. Focus on improving the ease of doing business in India’s aviation sector. Part of the government's larger initiative under UDAN (Ude Desh ...