UPSC Prelims 2002·GS1·geography·climatology

The average annual temperature of a meteorological station is 26oC, its average annual rainfall is 63 cm and the annual range of temperature is 9oC. The station in Q is

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  1. AAllahabadCorrect
  2. BChennai
  3. CCherrapunji
  4. DKolkata

Explanation

To identify the correct station, we look at the three given climatic parameters. First, the annual range of temperature is 9 degrees Celsius. This indicates a continental or sub-tropical climate located away from the coast. Coastal cities like Chennai and Kolkata have much lower temperature ranges because of the moderating influence of the sea. Second, the average annual rainfall is 63 cm. This is a relatively low figure. Cherrapunji is one of the wettest places on earth with rainfall exceeding 1100 cm. Kolkata and Chennai also receive significantly higher rainfall, usually above 140 cm and 160 cm respectively. Third, the average annual temperature of 26 degrees Celsius is characteristic of the north Indian plains. Allahabad fits all these criteria as it experiences high seasonal temperature variations and receives moderate rainfall consistent with the interior parts of Uttar Pradesh. Therefore, Allahabad is the correct answer.
geography: The average annual temperature of a meteorological station is 26oC, its average annual rainfall is 63 cm and the annual

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