Multiple choice

Why does the Tamil Nadu coast remain dry in the monsoon?

a. Its coast is situated parallel to the Bay of Bengal branch of Southwest monsoon. b. It lies in the rainshadow area of the Arabian Sea branch of the Southwest monsoon. c. It lies in the rainshadow area of the Bay of Bengal branch of the Southwest monsoon.

  1. a only

  2. b only

  3. c only

  4. a and b

  5. a and c
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D Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct answer. The Tamil Nadu coast is situated parallel to the Bay of Bengal branch of Southwest monsoon. It lies in the rainshadow area of the Arabian Sea branch of the Southwest monsoon.

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