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

Question

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

1. A. Assam and Rajasthan
2. B. Manipur and Gujarat
3. C. Nagaland and Rajasthan
4. D. Arunachal Pradesh and Gujarat (Correct answer)

Correct Answer

Option D — Arunachal Pradesh and Gujarat

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Arunachal Pradesh and Gujarat.

Key Points

• Arunachal Pradesh is India's easternmost state (longitude ~97°E), bordering China, Myanmar, and Bhutan.
• Gujarat is the westernmost state (longitude ~68°E), on the Arabian Sea coast.
• Rajasthan and Assam are incorrect as Rajasthan is west but not westernmost, and Assam is east but not easternmost.