Question

Which statements accurately describe the distribution of rainfall in India?

1. The Western Ghats and northeastern regions receive high rainfall.

2. The Deccan Plateau receives adequate rainfall throughout the year.

3. Areas like Punjab and Haryana receive low to moderate rainfall.

4. Ladakh and western Rajasthan receive very low rainfall.

• A. 1, 2 & 3
• B. 1, 3 & 4
• C. 2, 3 & 4
• D. All are correct

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 1, 3 & 4

• The Western Ghats and northeastern regions receive high rainfall - True

• The Western Ghats along the southwest coast and the northeastern states of India (like Assam, Meghalaya) receive very high rainfall due to monsoon winds and orographic effects. These regions are among the wettest places in India.

• The Deccan Plateau receives adequate rainfall throughout the year - False

• The Deccan Plateau actually experiences seasonal rainfall, predominantly during the monsoon months, and not "throughout the year." It falls in the rain shadow region of the Western Ghats and receives moderate to low rainfall compared to coastal and northeastern regions.

• Areas like Punjab and Haryana receive low to moderate rainfall - True

• These northwestern states receive less rainfall compared to eastern and coastal regions, typically falling in the low to moderate rainfall category (around 500-800 mm annually).

• Ladakh and western Rajasthan receive very low rainfall - True

• These regions are part of India's arid and semi-arid zones. Ladakh is a cold desert region while western Rajasthan forms part of the Thar Desert. Both receive minimal annual rainfall (often less than 300 mm), making them the driest regions in India.