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Which of the following climatic regions experience winter dryness according to Köppen’s scheme?

  1. Northern Madhya Pradesh

  2. Ganga Plain

  3. Coromandel Coast

A1 & 2 only

B2 & 3 only

C1 & 3 only

DAll are correct

Answer:

A. 1 & 2 only

Read Explanation:

  • Correct Answer: Option A) 1 & 2 only

  • Winter dry (w) subtype is seen in Cwg regions like Ganga plains and northern MP.

  • Coromandel coast has summer dryness (As).

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