Do all queries have an explicit location mentioned?

The correct answer is that not all queries have an explicit location mentioned. Many queries can be general in nature and do not specify a location at all. For instance, users may search for information about a topic, a product, or a service without indicating where they are or where they intend the results to apply.

Examples of such queries include questions like "What are the benefits of meditation?" or "How to bake a cake?" In these instances, the intent is clearly articulated, but there is no geographical context specified.

While some queries, particularly those that are inherently local, such as searches for restaurants or local services, may include an explicit location, many topics do not require this detail. Queries about national or international news, trends, or educational content may also lack a specified location. Thus, it is imperative to recognize the diversity in user intent and how it influences the specificity of location within queries.