The angle of inclination of the Earth's axis is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The angle of inclination of the Earth's axis is:

A. 90°

B. 45°

C. 23½°

D. 66½°

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Earth's axis is tilted at 66½° to the plane of its orbit, or 23½° from the perpendicular.

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