The climate of India is mainly tropical because :


A) of the location of the Himalayas in its North

B) major part of India lies within the tropics

C) of the overpowering influence of Indian Ocean

D) of the seasonal influence of jet streams

Correct Answer:
A) of the location of the Himalayas in its North


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