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Q301. The average annual temperature of a meteorological station is 26° C, its average annual rainfall is 63 cm and the annual range temperature is 9°C. The station in question is :

The average annual temperature of a meteorological station is 26° C, its average annual rainfall is 63 cm and the annual range temperature is 9°C. The station in question is :

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Correct Answer: Option (B) — Chennai

Concept & Option Breakdown

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  • A low annual temperature range (9°C) combined with a warm average temperature (26°C) signifies a maritime/coastal location.
  • Allahabad and Kolkata have higher temperature ranges due to stronger continental influences.
  • Cherrapunji receives extremely high annual rainfall (over 1,000 cm), which completely contradicts 63 cm.
  • Hence, the climatic profile matches Chennai, characterized by moderate maritime temperatures and low annual temperature range.
Elimination Heuristic & Exam Approach

A small annual range of temperature (9°C) indicates strong maritime moderation, eliminating inland cities like Allahabad.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2002 (Q301)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicGeography → Climatology & Atmosphere
Official Answer KeyOption (B) — Chennai

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2002 Q301

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2002 GS Paper I Question 301 (Geography)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2002 Geography (Climatology & Atmosphere) question is Option (B): "Chennai". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2002 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Geography" and micro-topic "Climatology & Atmosphere". You can explore all repeated questions from Climatology & Atmosphere in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

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A small annual range of temperature (9°C) indicates strong maritime moderation, eliminating inland cities like Allahabad.

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