Q36
The western coast of India receive very high rainfall in summer mainly due to
A.
Tropical location
B.
Nearness to sea
C.
Western Ghats
AnswerD.
Himalayas
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
The western coast of India receive very high rainfall in summer mainly due to Western Ghats. Due to the greater width of the mountains, the rain bearing winds have to necessarily travel a longer distance and have more time for the drops to coalesce and precipitate as rainfall, resulting in higher rainfall.