UPSC Geography Climate / जलवायु Question Bank Physiography and Climate of India

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    Which of the following statements is/are correct?
    I. Mumbai receives more rainfall than Pune because it is located at the windward side of Western Ghats
    II. Vidarbha region experiences semi-arid climate as it is located in a rain shadow region
    III. In India monsoon readies Kashmir valley at the last
    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    A)  I, II and III

    B)  I and II only

    C)  II and III only

    D)  I only

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     Pune is on the leeward side of the Western Ghats, it means that it lies on rain shadow area. But Mumbai lies on the windward side and receives heavy rainfall. Vidarbha region experiences semi - arid climate as it is located in a rain shadow region.


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