In which region of India is the ‘BWhw’ type of climate found?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Rajasthan.
The 'BWhw' type of climate is found in the Western Rajasthan region, specifically in the Thar Desert.
According to Koeppen’s Climate Classification, this code represents a Tropical Desert Climate. The "BW" indicates an arid, desert environment, while "h" signifies it is a hot desert where the average annual temperature exceeds 18°C. The "w" indicates that the winter season is predominantly dry. This region experiences extremely high temperatures, minimal and erratic rainfall, and sparse vegetation, characteristic of the districts like Jaisalmer, Bikaner, and parts of Barmer.