Q. Identify the climatic region of India with the help of given information:

1. This climatic region covers most of the peninsular plateau of India
2. The mean monthly temperatures in this region remain above 18.2°c
3. The amount of rainfall is low and the rainy season is shorter

Select the correct answer from options given below:
Answer: Tropical Savanna Climate
Notes: Al given features are of Tropical Savanna Climate. In the savanna climate there is a distinct dry season, which is in the winter. Savannas get all their rain in the summer months. During the distinct dry season of a savanna, most of the plants shrivel up and die. Some rivers and streams dry up. Most of the animals migrate to find food. In India, certain parts across Northern Karnataka, Southern Maharashtra and Telangana exhibit characteristics of both semi-arid and savanna climate. Due to irrigation facilities and cultivation on large scale, this region is different from other savanna regions.

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