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In which region of India is the 'BWhw,' type of climate found?

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SSC CGL 2025 Tier 2 Paper 1 Question Paper (19-Jan-2026)
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Rajasthan

'BWhw' Climate in India: Region Identification

The question asks to identify the region in India that experiences the 'BWhw' climate type. This classification comes from the Köppen climate classification system.

  • 'B': Represents an arid climate.
  • 'W': Indicates a desert climate.
  • 'h': Signifies hot temperatures.
  • 'w': Denotes dry winters.

Therefore, 'BWhw' refers to a hot desert climate with dry winters.

Geographical Location of 'BWhw' Climate

This type of arid climate is predominantly found in the northwestern parts of India.

  • The Thar Desert, located primarily in Rajasthan, fits the description of a hot desert climate with distinct dry winters.
  • While parts of Gujarat are arid and semi-arid, the most characteristic and widespread 'BWhw' climate is associated with Rajasthan.
  • Punjab and Madhya Pradesh have different predominant climate types, generally less arid than Rajasthan's desert regions.

Based on the Köppen classification and geographical distribution, the 'BWhw' climate is found in Rajasthan.

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