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In the northern hemisphere, the longest day of the year normally occurs in the:
- A.First half of the month of June
- B.Second half of the month of June
- C.First half of the month of July
- D.Second half of the month of July
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: B. Second half of the month of June
The longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere is the summer solstice, which typically falls on June 20 or 21. This marks the point when the North Pole is tilted most directly towards the sun, resulting in the maximum period of daylight. Therefore, the longest day usually occurs in the second half of June.
Source: UPSC gs1 2022