Which of the following places in India receive the highest rainfall?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Mawsynram.
Mawsynram, a village in the Meghalaya state of India, receives the highest rainfall in the country and is considered the wettest place on Earth. It receives an average annual rainfall of over 11,000 mm, mainly due to the southwest monsoon winds and the orographic effect caused by the Khasi Hills. The moist winds from the Bay of Bengal are forced to rise over the hills, cooling and condensing into heavy rainfall. Compared to other places like Patna, Imphal, and Guwahati, which receive moderate rainfall, Mawsynram experiences much more, making it the rainiest location in India.
Incorrect Options:
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Patna: Located in Bihar, it receives moderate rainfall compared to northeastern regions.
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Imphal: Gets heavy rainfall but much less than Mawsynram.
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Guwahati: Also receives significant rainfall but is far less than Mawsynram’s annual average.