Q. Which one of the following major rivers is famous for crossing the Tropic of Capricorn twice during its course?

[A] Congo River

[B] Limpopo River

[C] Mahi River

[D] Zambezi River

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • The Limpopo River in Southern Africa flows in a large arc, crossing the Tropic of Capricorn twice (first flowing northward/eastward, then turning south towards the Indian Ocean).
  • Mahi River (India) crosses the Tropic of Cancer twice.
  • Congo River (Central Africa) crosses the Equator twice.
  • Zambezi River flows eastwards into the Indian Ocean without traversing the Tropic of Capricorn twice.
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