What is the eastern coastal plain of India called in Tamil Nadu?
a) Konkan Coast
b) Malabar Coast
c) Coromandel Coast
d) Utkal Coast
Answer: c) Coromandel Coast
Explanation
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Coromandel Coast: The southeastern coastal plain of India, spanning across Tamil Nadu and southern Andhra Pradesh, is known as the Coromandel Coast.
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Climate & Rainfall: Unlike the western coast, which receives most of its rainfall during the Southwest Monsoon (June to September), the Coromandel Coast receives a significant portion of its annual rainfall from the Northeast Monsoon (retreating monsoon) between October and December.
Overview of Other Options
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a) Konkan Coast: The western coastal plain running through Maharashtra and Goa.
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b) Malabar Coast: The southwestern coastal plain running along Kerala and Karnataka.
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d) Utkal Coast: The northern section of the eastern coastal plain located along the coast of Odisha.
