Consider the following statements about climatic characteristics of India and identify the correct statements using the codes given below:
1. Average annual rainfall in Andaman and Nicobar Islands is more than 200 centimetres.
2. In Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, the annual rainfall variability is more than 60%.
3. According to Koeppen’s climatic scheme, ‘Dfc’ type of climate is found in Arunachal Pradesh.
4. According to the Indian Calendar, Magha-Phalguna months have ‘Shishira’ season.

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (C) 1, 2, 3 and 4 are correct

Explanation:
• Statement 1: True. Andaman and Nicobar Islands experience equatorial climate and receive heavy rainfall exceeding 200 cm annually.
• Statement 2: True. Regions of western Rajasthan like Jaisalmer receive very low rainfall, and inter-annual variability is exceptionally high (often >60%).
• Statement 3: True. In Koeppen's scheme, 'Dfc' denotes cold, humid winters with short summers, typically characterizing Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim.
• Statement 4: True. 'Shishira' (winter) spans the Hindu lunar months of Magha and Phalguna.

Information Booster:
• Koeppen's climate classification is empirically based on mean annual and mean monthly temperature and precipitation data.

Additional Knowledge:
• Because all statements accurately reflect Indian geography, climate, and traditions, only Option C encompasses the correct selection.