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Geography GK · Q74

Miscellaneous World Geography

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 74

Q74

When does winter solstice occur in the Northern Hemisphere?

A.
21st June
B.
22nd December
Answer
C.
21st March
D.
23rd March

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The winter solstice occurs during the hemisphere's winter. In the Northern Hemisphere, this is the December solstice (usually 21 or 22 December).