Match the following Climatic regions of India according to Koeppen's scheme :

List-I (Type of Climate)		List-II (Areas)
A.	Monsoon with short dry season	I.	West coast of India, south of Goa
B.	Monsoon with dry summer	II.	Coromandel coast of Tamil Nadu
C.	Monsoon with dry winter	III.	Most of North-East India
D.	Semi-arid Steppe climate	IV.	Northwestern Gujarat

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:

Key Points

• The Monsoon with short dry season (A) corresponds to the West coast of India, south of Goa (I).
• The Monsoon with dry summer (B) is characteristic of the Coromandel coast of Tamil Nadu (II).
• The Monsoon with dry winter (C) is found in most of North-East India (III).
• The Semi-arid Steppe climate (D) is typical of Northwestern Gujarat (IV).

Additional Information

• Monsoon with short dry season:
  • This type of climate is characterized by a prolonged wet season and a very short dry season.
  • It is commonly found along the west coast of India, particularly south of Goa.
  • The region receives heavy rainfall due to the south-west monsoon winds.
  • This type of climate supports dense tropical rainforests.
• Monsoon with dry summer:
  • This type of climate features a significant dry period during the summer months.
  • It is typically found along the Coromandel coast of Tamil Nadu.
  • The region receives rainfall primarily during the retreating monsoon season (October to December).
  • This climate supports scrub and thorn forests.
• Monsoon with dry winter:
  • This type of climate has a wet summer and a dry winter.
  • It is prevalent in most parts of North-East India.
  • The region receives heavy rainfall during the south-west monsoon season.
  • This climate supports lush green vegetation and is ideal for the cultivation of rice and tea.
• Semi-arid Steppe climate:
  • This type of climate is characterized by low rainfall and high temperatures.
  • It is typical of Northwestern Gujarat.
  • The region experiences hot summers and mild winters.
  • This climate supports sparse vegetation and is suitable for the cultivation of drought-resistant crops.