Which state lies in the rain shadow region of the Arabian Sea branch of the southwest monsoon?
A.Goa
B.Gujarat
C.Tamil Nadu✓ Correct
D.Kerala
Explanation
Tamil Nadu lies in the rain shadow region of the Arabian Sea branch of the southwest monsoon, which is why it receives less rainfall during the southwest monsoon and more during the northeast monsoon.
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