Amritsar and Shimla have the same latitude yet Shimla is cooler than Amritsar because it ________
A. Lies north of Amritsar
B. Comes under the influence of cold winds
C. Is at a higher elevation
D. Receives a lot of snow
Answer: Option C
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Amritsar and Shimla have the same latitude yet Shimla is cooler than Amritsar because it Is at a higher elevation. Though both the cities lie on the same latitude, Shimla is situated on a much higher altitude. This is the cause of Shimla having lower temperature and much cooler than Amritsar.This Question Belongs to Geography >> Climate And Weather In Indian Geography
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