Which Indian geography term is associated with important geographical feature “crosses eight Indian states” and also with “helps divide India into tropical and subtropical zones”?

Correct Answer: Option C — Tropic of Cancer. Tropic of Cancer is correct because it is crosses eight Indian states. It is also associated with helps divide India into tropical and subtropical zones, which provides a second reliable identifying clue. These features are standard physical-geography facts and are useful for map-based and statement-based competitive-exam questions. Why the other options are incorrect: Option A — Indian Standard Meridian: It is passes near Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh; this is the specific geographical association of Indian Standard Meridian. Option B — Himalayan Mountains: It is form a major climatic and physical barrier; this is the specific geographical association of Himalayan Mountains. Option D — Northern Plains: It is formed mainly by the Indus, Ganga and Brahmaputra river systems; this is the specific geographical association of Northern Plains. Exam Takeaway: Connect Tropic of Cancer with “crosses eight Indian states” for quick revision.