GK Question

geography hard mcq

Which region in India receives the highest rainfall?

  1. Cherrapunji
  2. Mawsynram
  3. Agumbe
  4. Mahabaleshwar

Answer: Mawsynram

Mawsynram in Meghalaya receives the highest average annual rainfall in the world (about 11,872 mm). It is located in the Khasi Hills and receives rain from the Southwest Monsoon. Cherrapunji, nearby, was previously considered the wettest place.

Topic Indian Climate
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