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Winter rainfall in Tamil Nadu is caused by ___________.

A

North-east trade winds

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Depression over Arabian Sea

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Cold winds coming from Tibet

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Western disturbances

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Solution

The correct option is A North-east trade winds
Tamil Nadu receives most of its rain from the north-east trade winds during the winter season. Moreover, many low-pressure systems develop in the Bay of Bengal during this period and move towards the east coast of Tamil Nadu causing heavy rainfall.

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