NCERT Class 6 Geography — Chapter 1: Motions of the Earth

With reference to the motions of the Earth, consider the following statements: 1. Rotation is the movement of the Earth on its axis. 2. Revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun in a perfectly circular orbit. 3. The axis of the Earth is a physical line connecting the North and South Poles. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

In the context of Earth's geometry, the term "Orbital Plane" refers to:

Consider the following statements regarding the "Circle of Illumination": 1. It is the circle that divides the day from night on the globe. 2. It coincides exactly with the axis of the Earth. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which one of the following factors is primarily responsible for the phenomenon where only half of the Earth receives sunlight at any given time?

If the Earth did not rotate, which of the following conditions would prevail? 1. The portion of Earth facing the Sun would experience continuous day. 2. The portion away from the Sun would experience a moderate climate. 3. Life would not be possible in such extreme conditions. Select the correct answer using the code given below: