Multiple choice

Compared with the Eastern and Western Ghats, the Deccan Plateau has

  1. denser forests

  2. a drier climate

  3. a longer coastline

  4. steeper mountains

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Deccan Plateau lies in the rain shadow of the Western Ghats, which blocks the moisture-bearing monsoon winds, resulting in a significantly drier climate compared to the coastal Ghat regions.