Question

Concerning regional rainfall distributions, which statements are accurate?

1. The Brahmaputra Valley receives over 200 cm of rainfall.

2. The Southern parts of Gujarat receive medium rainfall.

3. East Tamil nadu receives medium rainfall.

4. Western Uttar Pradesh receives very high rainfall.

• A. 1 & 4
• B. 2 & 3
• C. 1 & 3
• D. 2 & 4

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 2 & 3

• The Brahmaputra Valley: This statement is incorrect. The Brahmaputra Valley actually receives significantly more than 200 cm of rainfall - it's one of India's heaviest rainfall regions, often receiving 300-400 cm annually due to its location in Northeast India where the monsoon hits with full force.

• Southern Gujarat: This statement is correct. Southern Gujarat receives medium rainfall (typically 80-100 cm annually) as it falls within the transition zone between the higher rainfall areas of the Western Ghats and the drier regions of western Rajasthan.

• East Tamil Nadu: This statement is correct. East Tamil Nadu, including Chennai and coastal areas, receives medium rainfall primarily from the Northeast monsoon (October-December). It's in the rain shadow region of the Western Ghats for the Southwest monsoon, resulting in medium annual rainfall totals.

• Western Uttar Pradesh: This statement is incorrect. Western Uttar Pradesh does not receive "very high" rainfall. It typically receives moderate rainfall (60-100 cm annually), significantly less than truly heavy rainfall regions like the Western Ghats or Northeast India.