Which of the following states in India, during October to December, receive rainfall due to the Northeast monsoon?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Andhra Pradesh.
- The Indian states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Telangana receive rainfall from October to December due to the Northeast Monsoon.
- The Northeast Monsoon is also known as the returning monsoon. It occurs when the winds change direction and blow from the Northeast towards the Indian subcontinent.