Multiple choice

Which place receives the highest annual rainfall in the world?

  1. Kochi

  2. Cheerapunji

  3. Alappuzha

  4. Mawsynram
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Explanation

Mawsynram in Meghalaya holds the world record for highest annual rainfall (~11,872 mm). It's located on the windward side of Khasi Hills, directly in the path of Bay of Bengal monsoon clouds. Cherrapunji (also Meghalaya) used to hold the record but now ranks second. Kochi and Alappuzha are in Kerala with much lower rainfall.

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