Which of the following factors does NOT affect the climate of India?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Longitude.
· Longitude does not directly affect the climate of India.
· Longitude, a measure of east or west from the Prime Meridian, primarily influences time zones rather than climate.
· While it affects the timing of sunrise and sunset, it doesn't significantly impact the overall climate of India.
· Other factors play more significant roles in shaping India's climate.
· These include latitude, altitude, pressure systems, wind patterns, proximity to the sea, ocean currents, and geographical features like mountains.
· Latitude determines the amount of sunlight received, affecting temperature variations across the country.
· Altitude influences temperature and precipitation patterns due to changes in atmospheric pressure and topography.
· Wind patterns, such as the monsoon winds, play a critical role in distributing moisture and influencing seasonal rainfall.