This MCQ series has covered some of the important questions as per the requirements of any government examination. These questions will help you in many examinations. All the important topics have been covered; to check your knowledge, attempt these questions.
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231.During La Niña years, Indian monsoons are generally:?
Correct Answer: (C) Strong and well-distributed
232.The Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) is defined by the difference in sea surface temperatures between:?
Correct Answer: (A) Western and Eastern Indian Ocean
233.Which phase of IOD is favorable for good monsoon over India??
Correct Answer: (D) Positive phase
234.Which of the following combinations indicates poor monsoon conditions in India??
Correct Answer: (A) Negative SOI + El Niño
235.The word monsoon refers to which of the following characteristics??
Correct Answer: (C) Periodic reversal of wind direction
236.Which of the following is still considered the primary cause of the Indian monsoon??
Correct Answer: (A) Differential heating of land and sea
237.In May, the ITCZ (Intertropical Convergence Zone) shifts over which region, creating low pressure that attracts moist winds??
Correct Answer: (C) Northern Plains of India
238.The southeast trade winds from the Southern Hemisphere cross the equator and enter:?
Correct Answer: (B) Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal
239.The first rainfall that suddenly brings down temperature and humidity in India is termed as:?
Correct Answer: (B) Burst of monsoon
240.The southwest monsoon first reaches which of the following regions??
Correct Answer: (A) Andaman-Nicobar Islands