38 degrees North latitude demarcates the border between which countries?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) North Korea and South Korea

The 38th parallel north was used as a preliminary boundary between North Korea and South Korea after World War II. Following the Korean War (1950-1953), the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) was established near this latitude, serving as the de facto border between the two countries. It remains one of the most heavily militarized borders in the world.

• The 38th parallel was first used as a border after Japan's surrender in 1945.
• It divided Korea into Soviet-controlled North Korea and US-controlled South Korea.
• The Korean War (1950-1953) led to a ceasefire agreement but no peace treaty.
• The Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is about 4 km wide and 250 km long.
• The Panmunjom village in the DMZ is used for diplomatic talks between both countries.
• Despite political tensions, economic cooperation projects like Kaesong Industrial Complex were initiated.

• America and Canada – The 49th parallel north serves as the primary boundary between the USA and Canada.
• Egypt and Sudan – The 22nd parallel north is the official border between Egypt and Sudan.
• North Vietnam and South Vietnam – The 17th parallel north was the demarcation line between North and South Vietnam until reunification in 1976.