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Which climatic classification according to Thornthwaite or general meteorological divisions best describes the greater part of Haryana?

A. Tropical wet and dry
B. Semi-arid and arid continental✓ Correct Answer
C. Humid subtropical with heavy winter rains
D. Mediterranean highland

💡 Solution & Explanation

Haryana experiences a continental type of climate characterized by extreme summer heat and cold winters, predominantly classified as semi-arid to arid, with low annual rainfall that decreases from northeast to southwest. The northern fringe enjoys a slightly more humid sub-tropical climate due to proximity to the Himalayas. Monsoonal variability dictates agricultural productivity across this region.

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