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Which hot, dry and oppressive wind affects the Northern Plains from Punjab to Bihar, intensifying particularly between Delhi and Patna?

ABlossom Shower

BLoo

CNor’westers

DMango Shower

Answer:

B. Loo

Read Explanation:

Loo

  • Hot, dry and oppressing winds blowing in the Northern plains from Punjab to Bihar with higher intensity between Delhi and Patna.

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Which of the following statements is correct regarding tropical cyclones in India?

  1. They occur during both monsoon and post-monsoon seasons.

  2. They primarily affect the inland regions rather than coastal regions.

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Choose the correct statement(s) regarding the factors affecting monsoon rainfall.

  1. Only the distance from the sea influences monsoon rainfall.
  2. Topography plays a significant role in rainfall distribution.
  3. The frequency of cyclonic depressions influences spatial rainfall distribution.

    Which of the following statements are correct regarding the temperature and timing of the monsoon?

    1. The monsoon typically bursts in Kerala in the first week of July.

    2. The interior parts of India may experience monsoon delays until the first week of July.

    3. There is a noticeable decline in day temperatures in the mid-June to mid-July period.

    4. The western ghats experience a temperature increase during the monsoon season.

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