Q. Which of the following statements about the climatic condition in India is/are correct?
1. Mumbai receives more rainfall than Pune because it is located at the windward side of Western Ghats
2. Vidarbha region experiences semi-arid climate as it is located in a rain shadow region
3. In India, monsoon reaches Kashmir valley at the last
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :

Answer: 1, 2 & 3
Notes: Pune is situated on the leeward side (Rain shadow area) of the Western Ghats. But Mumbai lies on the windward side and receives heavy rainfall. Vidarbha region experiences the semi-arid climate as it is located in a rain shadow region.

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