Which of the following regions receives rainfall from the Northeast Monsoon? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following regions receives rainfall from the Northeast Monsoon?
A. South India (Tamil Nadu)
B. Western India
C. Eastern India
D. North India
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Tamil Nadu and parts of Andhra Pradesh receive significant rainfall from the Northeast Monsoon (October-December).

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