Consider the map given below : Of the four-shaded areas in the map, that which is characterised by hot dry summers, mild and moist winters and seasonal reversal of winds is the area labelled

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Q: 82 (IAS/1997)
Consider the map given below : Of the four-shaded areas in the map, that which is characterised by hot dry summers, mild and moist winters and seasonal reversal of winds is the area labelled

question_subject: 

Geography

question_exam: 

IAS

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{'shaded areas': [0, 1, 2, 0], 'hot dry summers': [0, 1, 0, 0], 'winds': [1, 0, 0, 1], 'moist winters': [0, 1, 0, 1], 'map': [0, 7, 2, 0], 'area': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'seasonal reversal': [0, 1, 0, 1]}

The question refers to the specific traits of a geographically influenced climate, which include hot dry summers, mild and moist winters, and seasonal reversal of winds. Every region on a map or in the world would have a specific climate based on its geographical location, altitude, distance from the sea, etc.

In the given question, we are to figure out which among the four shaded areas on the map possess these traits. As per the answer provided, the area labelled as `1` matches these characteristics.

Option 2, 3, and 4 are incorrect because their climatic conditions vary accordingly and do not match the specifics mentioned in the question. Each would have its unique weather conditions, which are not necessarily hot dry summers, mild and moist winters and the seasonal reversal of winds. Therefore, the correct answer is option 1 as highlighted.