Which Indian state receives rainfall from both Southwest and Northeast monsoons?

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A. Kerala A.

B. Tamil Nadu B.

C. Odisha C.

D. Assam D.

The correct answer is B) Tamil Nadu.

Why Tamil Nadu receives rainfall from both monsoons:

Southwest Monsoon (June–September): During this season, most of India gets its rain. However, Tamil Nadu lies in the rain shadow of the Western Ghats mountain range. As the moisture-laden winds from the Arabian Sea move eastward, they are blocked by the mountains, and most of their moisture is shed on the windward side (states like Kerala and Karnataka). As a result, Tamil Nadu receives only a small amount of rainfall during this period, mainly in its western and southern parts.
Northeast Monsoon (October–December): Also known as the retreating monsoon, this is when Tamil Nadu receives the majority of its annual rainfall. The winds reverse direction and blow from the land towards the sea. As these winds move over the Bay of Bengal, they pick up moisture and bring heavy rainfall to the southeastern coast of India, including Tamil Nadu. This makes the Northeast monsoon vital for the state's agriculture and water resources.

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