In India, maximum amount of rainfall is received from

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Q: 50 (NDA-II/2017)
In India, maximum amount of rainfall is received from

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Geography

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NDA-II

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{'rainfall': [4, 1, 7, 3], 'east monsoon': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'west monsoon': [1, 0, 1, 0], 'monsoon': [1, 0, 2, 1], 'western disturbances': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'india': [8, 1, 7, 13], 'maximum amount': [0, 0, 0, 3]}

The correct answer to the question is option 3 - South-west Monsoon.

The South-west Monsoon is the primary monsoon season in India, lasting from June to September. During this time, the south-west winds bring moisture from the Indian Ocean and Arabian Sea, resulting in widespread rainfall across the country. This monsoon is responsible for nearly 75% of the total rainfall received in India.

Option 1 - Western Disturbances: Western Disturbances are weather systems that originate in the Mediterranean region and move towards India. They bring rainfall to the northern parts of India, particularly in the winter season.

Option 2 - North-east Monsoon: The North-east Monsoon occurs during the months of October to December. It brings rainfall to the eastern coast of India, specifically the states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and parts of Karnataka.

Option 4 - Retreating Monsoon: The Retreating Monsoon, also known as the South-west Monsoon`s withdrawal, occurs from September to October. It is characterized by the withdrawal of the monsoon winds from northern India and is associated with relatively less rainfall.

Therefore, the maximum amount of rainfall in India is received during the South-west Monsoon season.