Geography Indian Geography

Q. In India, the highest rainfall occurs along:

A
The Eastern ghat
B
The West Coast, North-East and hills of Meghalaya
C
Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas
D
The Aravali

Correct Answer

The West Coast, North-East and hills of Meghalaya

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