Q79
Geography (incl. West Bengal)Climate, Monsoon & Cyclones
Which of the following types of climate West Bengal experiences?
- a.Tropical monsoon
- b.Semi-arid
- c.Humid
- d.Sub-tropical dry
Answer: (A) Tropical monsoon
West Bengal experiences a tropical monsoon climate (also classified as Aw/Am in Köppen system). It has a pronounced monsoon season (June–September), a dry winter, and a hot summer. The climate supports rice cultivation and deciduous/tropical forests.