state two important characteristics features of the monsoon rainfall in India
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(a) Rainfall is mainly Relief (Orographic). Most of the rainfall is caused due to the obstruction of moisture bearing winds by the mountain ranges. As a result, windward side gets heavy rain while the leeward side gets scanty rain. (b)Rainfall is erratic and unpredictable.
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Characteristics of monsoon rainfall in India:
(i) The duration of the monsoon is between 100 to 120 days from early June to mid-September.
(ii) Around the time of its arrival, the normal rainfall increases suddenly and continues for several days. This is known as the 'burst' of the monsoon.
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