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SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 27

SSC CHSL - 10 Aug 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q27

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Which of the following places in India experiences the lowest temperature?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Leh.

 Leh (Ladakh), located in the Himalayas at an altitude of 3,500 meters, is indeed considered the coldest place in India. Its high elevation and cold desert climate lead to extreme winters with temperatures often dropping below -30°C.

Other Options:

  1. Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) – A hot desert city with scorching summers (up to 50°C) and mild winters (5–24°C).

  2. Munnar (Kerala) – A hill station with a moderate climate (10–25°C) due to its tropical location.

  3. Bundelkhand (Uttar Pradesh/Madhya Pradesh) – Has a subtropical climate with warm summers (25–45°C) and cool winters (5–20°C).

Leh is the coldest because of its high altitude, thin air, and distance from the sea, making winters extremely harsh. The other places have warmer climates due to lower elevations or tropical influences.