The SOUTH-WEST monsoon brings what percentage of India's annual rainfall?
AAbout 25 percent
BAbout 40 percent
CAbout 50 percent
DAbout 75 percent
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. About 75 percent
The SW Monsoon (June-September) brings approximately 75% of India's annual rainfall. The NE Monsoon (Oct-Dec) brings smaller amounts, mostly to Tamil Nadu and parts of Andhra.
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