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Bihar STET TGT (Science) Official Paper-I (Held On: 08 Sept, 2023 Shift 1)
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Option 2 : Mawsynram
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Download Solution PDFMawsynram, a village in the northeastern state of Meghalaya in India, is often considered the place that receives the highest annual rainfall in the world.
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- Mawsynram experiences exceptionally heavy rainfall due to its location on the windward side of the Khasi Hills, where moist air from the Bay of Bengal is lifted, cooled, and condensed, leading to frequent and intense precipitation.
- Cherrapunji, also located in Meghalaya, is another nearby location that receives very high annual rainfall and is often cited as one of the wettest places on Earth
- Mawsynram and Cherrapunji are known for their lush green landscapes, numerous waterfalls, and unique ecological characteristics influenced by their exceptionally high rainfall.
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