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The rainfall type that causes most deaths on Ladakh plateau—

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Frontal rain
  2. Hailstorm
  3. Cloud bursts
  4. Convectional rain

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Cloud bursts

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: C) Cloud bursts 📚 Explanation: The Ladakh plateau, which is a high-altitude desert, is prone to sudden and extreme rain events called 'Cloud Bursts'. These events cause massive flash floods that result in heavy loss of life. The intense and localized showers are very dangerous because the barren terrain cannot absorb the water quickly. They represent the most catastrophic weather threat in that region.