Question

Explain the uneven distribution of rainfall in India.

Answer 1

The following are the reasons for the uneven distribution of rainfall in India:

1. Relief and topography- The windward side of mountains and hills receive more rainfall than leeward side.

2. Latitudinal extent- The tropical and coastal regions and plains receive more rainfall than the plateau and desert regions in the interior.

3. The vagaries of the monsoon- The unpredictability of the monsoon alongwith phenomena like monsoon troughs and depressions lead to uneven distribution of rainfall.