UPSC Prelims 2026 · Question 23 of 96
UPSC Prelims 2026 question on Andaman Nicobar Climate
- ExamUPSC CSE
- Year2026
- PaperGeneral Studies Paper I
- SubjectGeography
- TopicIndian Geography
- DifficultyEasy
- TypeStatement
With reference to the climate of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The climate can be defined as a humid, tropical coastal climate.
2. It receives rainfall from both South-west monsoon and North-east monsoon.
3. Maximum precipitation is between December and May.
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Answer: B. 1 and 2
Verdict
Statements 1 and 2 are correct, so the answer is Option (b).
Statement by statement
Statement 1 is correct: The islands have a tropical climate with warm summers and not so chill winters, which is described as a humid, tropical coastal climate.
Statement 2 is correct: The Andaman and Nicobar Islands experience two monsoon phases. The Southwest Monsoon arrives in June, July, August and September, and the Northeast Monsoon arrives in October, November and December. During these periods the islands are blessed with heavy rainfall, which transforms the landscape into a lush, green wonderland.
Statement 3 is not correct: Maximum precipitation is received during the Southwest Monsoon, not between December and May.