Question

Q. Which of the following causes Tamil Nadu to remain dry during the southwest monsoon?

Select the correct option using the codes given below:

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 1 only
• C. 1 and 3 only
• D. 2 and 3 only

Answer 1

The correct option is C 1 and 3 only

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Reasons for Tamil Nadu coast remaining dry during this season: The Tamil Nadu coast is situated parallel to the Bay of Bengal branch of southwest monsoon.

Statement 2 is incorrect: Disturbance due to tropical cyclones in the pattern of south-west monsoon along Tamilnadu coast is not the factor for Tamilnadu remaining dry during the period of Southwest monsoon.

Statement 3 is correct: It lies in the rain-shadow area of the Arabian Sea branch of the southwest monsoon.