Question

Which of the following statements in the context of Northern hemisphere is/are correct?
(1) Vernal equinox occurs on March 21.
(2) Summer solstice occurs on December 22.
(3) Autumnal equinox occurs on September 23.
(4) Winter solstice occurs on June 21.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

• A. Only 1
• B. 1 and 3
• C. 2 and 4
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is B 1 and 3

Vernal (spring) equinox in the Northern Hemisphere occurs on March 21 and Autumnal (fall) equinox on Sept 23. It is vice-versa in the case of Southern Hemisphere.

Summer solstice for Northern Hemisphere occurs on June 21 and winter solstice on December 22.