Previous year MCQs

Indian Geography UPPSC 2016 GS-I
Question

Which of the following places has the lowest rainfall during the South West Monsoon?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Chennai

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Chennai”.
Chennai falls under the rain shadow area, resulting in reduced rainfall during the monsoon season.

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