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Average annual rainfall in Punjab

A. ranges between 980 mm in the sub-mountain region and 490 mm in the plains.

B. ranges between 960 mm in the sub-mountain region and 460 mm in the plains.

C. ranges between 940 mm in the sub-mountain region and 420 mm in the plains.

D. ranges between 1020 mm in the sub-mountain region and 560 mm in the plains.

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Punjab's climate is characterised by the extreme hot and extreme cold conditions. The region lying near the Shiwalik hills receive heavy rainfall. However, in the region lying at a distance from the hills i.e. Southern Punjab, the rainfall is low and the temperature is high. Average rainfall varies from 960 mm in the sub-mountainous regions to 460 mm in the sandy plains.

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