Which region in Rajasthan experiences the ‘Aw’ type of climate as per Koeppen’s classification?
Correct Answer: Southern Most Region
Subject: geography
- Northernmost Region
- Western Region (Thar)
- Southern Most Region
- Eastern Region
Explanation: • According to the specific fact in the NCERT source, the Southern Most Region of Rajasthan experiences the ‘Aw’ climate.
• ‘Aw’ stands for Tropical Savanna.
• The western region (Thar) experiences ‘Bwh’ (Tropical Arid) climate.
• The semi-arid north-western fringes experience ‘BSh’ or ‘Bwhw’.
• Exam Tip: Rajasthan is mostly desert (Bwh), but its southern tip touches the Peninsular Plateau climate type (Aw).
• The Aw region receives comparatively better rainfall than the desert regions.