Q. Consider the following statements regarding the South-West Monsoon winds in India:
1.The Western Ghats cause heavy rainfall on their windward side due to the Arabian Sea branch of the monsoon.
2.The Chotanagpur plateau receives heavy rainfall due to the Bay of Bengal branch of the monsoon.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • The monsoon winds from the Arabian Sea are obstructed by the Western Ghats. The windward side (west-facing slopes) receives very heavy rainfall (250–400 cm).
  • The Chotanagpur plateau receives only 15 cm of rainfall from the Arabian Sea branch (not Bay of Bengal), which is not considered heavy rainfall.

Source: India Physical Environment (Class 11th NCERT)

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