Which of the following statements with reference to lines of latitudes is/are <strong>CORRECT</strong>? 1. The distance between two successive latitudes changes slightly from the equator to the poles. 2. If parallels of latitude are drawn at an interval of one degree, the total number of parallels thus drawn, including the equator, will be 179. Select the answer using the code given below:

  1. A. 1 only
  2. B. 2 only
  3. C. Both 1 and 2
  4. D. Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer: D. Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

As per the official UPSC answer key, neither statement is accepted as correct in this context.

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