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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 22

SSC GD Constable (English) - 27 Jan 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q22

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The winter rain in Tamil Nadu is due to the ________. 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The Correct answer is option 1 i.e. north-east trade winds.

  • The winter rain in Tamil Nadu is primarily due to the northeast trade winds.
  • The northeast trade winds, also known as the retreating monsoon, occurs during the months of October to December.
  • During this period, the northeast monsoon winds bring moisture-laden air from the Bay of Bengal to Tamil Nadu, leading to rainfall in the region.