The correct answer is A) Latitude.
Latitude is the distance north or south of the equator. It is one of the factors that influences climate, but it is not the most important factor in Karnataka’s climate. The other factors, altitude, distance from the sea, and prevailing winds, are more important.
Altitude is the height above sea level. The higher the altitude, the colder the climate. Karnataka is a state in southern India, and it has a wide range of altitudes. The highest point in Karnataka is Mullayanagiri, which is 1,934 meters (6,347 feet) above sea level. The lowest point is the Arabian Sea, which is at sea level. The different altitudes in Karnataka result in a variety of climates. The climate in the mountains is cooler than the climate in the lowlands.
Distance from the sea is another factor that influences climate. The closer a place is to the sea, the more humid the climate. Karnataka is a coastal state, and it has a long coastline. The climate in Karnataka is therefore humid.
Prevailing winds are the winds that blow most often in a particular area. The prevailing winds in Karnataka are the southwest monsoon winds. These winds blow from the southwest during the summer monsoon season. The southwest monsoon winds bring rain to Karnataka.
In conclusion, the correct answer to the question “Which of these factors is NOT a major influence on Karnataka’s climate?” is A) Latitude. The other factors, altitude, distance from the sea, and prevailing winds, are more important.