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Why does Patna get more rain than Agra during the summer monsoon season?
Topic: Distribution of monsoon rain
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(c) Patna is on eastern side, so Bay of Bengal branch brings more rain to it than to Agra.
Explanation
The Bay of Bengal branch of the monsoon moves up the Ganga valley from the east, reaching Patna first with its moisture and Agra only later, much drier.
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Patna is on eastern side, so Bay of Bengal branch brings more rain to it than to Agra.
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