climate of india section 4 MCQ Questions & Answers Detailed Explanation
MOST IMPORTANT indian geography mcq - 4 EXERCISES
The following question based on Indian Climate topic of indian geography mcq
(a) l0th - 20th June
(b) lst - 15th July
(c) l st - l0th June
(d) 20th - 30th June
The correct answers to the above question in:
Answer: (b)
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. June 1 is regarded as the date of onset of the monsoon in India, as indicated by the arrival of the monsoon in the southernmost state of Kerala.
It usually arrives in Mumbai approximately 10 days later, reaches Delhi by the end of June, and covers the rest of India by mid-July.
Discuss Form
Read more climate of india Based Indian Geography Questions and Answers
Question : 1
The driest part of India is
a) Jammu and Kashmir
b) Madhya Pradesh
c) Western Rajasthan
d) Gujarat
Answer »Answer: (c)
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place that receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm).
It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the subtropical high-pressure belt.
Question : 2
Which among the following states faces maximum natural disaster?
a) Odisha
b) Gujarat
c) Andhra Pradesh
d) Bihar
Answer »Answer: (a)
Question : 3
With reference to ‘Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD)’ sometimes mentioned in the news while forecasting Indian monsoon, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- IOD phenomenon is characterised by a difference in sea surface temperature between in sea surface temperature between tropical Western Indian Ocean and tropical Eastern Pacific Ocean.
- An IOD phenomenon can influence an El Nino’s impact on the monsoon.
a) Only 2
b) Neither 1 nor 2
c) Only 1
d) Both 1 and 2
Answer »Answer: (a)
Question : 4
What is the major cause of ‘October Heat’?
a) Very low velocity winds
b) High temperatuire associated with high humidity
c) Hot and dry weather
d) Low pressure systems over the Indo–Gangetic plains
Answer »Answer: (b)
The months of October-November mark a period of transition from hot rainy season to cold dry winter conditions. This period is known as Retreating Monsoon or Transition season because the southwest monsoons weaken and withdraw or retreat from India.
The retreat of the monsoon is marked by clear skies and a rise in temperature. While days are warm, nights are cool and pleasant. Owing to high temperature and high humidity, the weather becomes oppressive. This phenomenon is known as ‘October heat.
Question : 5
The general direction of flow of summer monsoon in India is
a) from South-West to South-East
b) from South-West to North-East
c) from South to North
d) from South-East to South-West
Answer »Answer: (b)
Question : 6
India has an abundant volume of rainfall but is still regarded as a thirsty land. This is due to
a) Quick evaporation of rain water
b) All of the above
c) Rapid run off of water
d) Concentration of rainfall during a few months only
Answer »Answer: (b)
GET Indian Climate PRACTICE TEST EXERCISES
climate of india section 1
climate of india section 2
climate of india section 3
climate of india section 4
Indian Climate Shortcuts and Techniques with Examples
Verbal Reasoning
Question & Answer Quiz
Non Verbal Reasoning
Question & Answer Quiz
Quantitative Aptitude
Question & Answer Quiz
Computer MCQ
Question & Answer Quiz
General English
Question & Answer Quiz
History GK
Question & Answer Quiz
Polity GK
Question & Answer Quiz
Geography GK
Question & Answer Quiz
Economy GK
Question & Answer Quiz
General Awareness GK
Question & Answer Quiz
Recently Added Subject & Categories For All Competitive Exams
Most Important Antonyms Vocabulary - IBPS Clerk Prelims 2024
Latest Antonyms multiple choice questions and answers with free PDFfor IBPS Clerk Prelims 2024. English Vocabulary practice exercise for all bank exam
Continue Reading »
Syllogism Practice Questions Answers PDF - IBPS Clerk 2024
Practice Verbal Reasoning Syllogism multiple choice questions and answers with Fully solved explanation, PDF for the IBPS Clerk Prelims 2024 Bank Exam
Continue Reading »
IBPS Clerk Prelims 2024 Synonyms Questions Solved Answers
Most important IBPS Clerk Prelims 2024 Synonyms and Antonyms multiple choice questions and answers with detailed solutions, English vocabulary PDF Download
Continue Reading »
New Cloze Test Questions and Answers PDF - IBPS Clerk 2024
The most important Cloze Test questions with detailed answers for upcoming IBPS Clerk prelims 2024. Latest English verbal ability practice MCQs, PDF
Continue Reading »