Geography question from JKAS Prelims, 2018 by JKPSC
Which of the following Indian states receives more rainfall from the winter monsoon than from the summer monsoon?
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option D —
Tamil Nadu
Detailed Explanation:
The Mechanism: During the southwest summer monsoon (June to September), the state of Tamil Nadu lies in the rain-shadow region of the Western Ghats, receiving relatively low rainfall.
The Winter Monsoon (Retreating Monsoon): Between October and December, the wind direction reverses. The northeast monsoon winds (also known as the retreating monsoon) blow from the land toward the sea. As they cross the Bay of Bengal, they pick up significant moisture.
The Impact: When these moisture-laden northeast winds reach the Coromandel Coast, they hit the Eastern Ghats, causing heavy rainfall in coastal Tamil Nadu and parts of Andhra Pradesh. Consequently, Tamil Nadu receives the majority of its annual rainfall during the winter months.
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