Q. Which of the following clouds are responsible for rainfall?
Answer: Cumulonimbus
Notes: Cumulonimbus clouds are a type of cumulus cloud associated with thunder storms and heavy rainfall. They are also a variation of nimbus or precipitation bearing clouds. They are formed beneath 20,000 ft. and are relatively close to the ground.

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