Climate (Indian Geography)

Total Questions: 14

1. The minimum period of time taken upto which the weather variations are considered to predict the climate of a place is ______ years. [S.S.C. Online CGL (T-I) 03.12.2022 (Shift-III)]

(a) 30
(b) 25
(c) 10
(d) 30

Correct Answer: (d) 30

Solution:The minimum period taken up to which the weather variations are considered to predict the climate of a place is 30 years

2. Which of the following is correct regarding Monsoon? [S.S.C. Online CPO ST (T-I) 09.11.2022 (Shift-I)]

(a) The word monsoon is derived from the Ara word and it refers to the seasonal reversal in the wind direction during a year
(b) The word monsoon is derived from the Tam word and it refers to the seasonal reversal in the wind direction during a year
(c) The word monsoon is derived from the Tam word and it refers to the seasonal reversal in the wind direction every month.
(d) The word monsoon is derived from the Arab word and it refers to the seasonal reversal the wind direction every month.

Correct Answer: (a) The word monsoon is derived from the Ara word and it refers to the seasonal reversal in the wind direction during a year

Solution:The correct option is (a). The word monsoon is derived from the Arabic word and it refers to the seasonal reversal in the wind direction during a year The term "monsoon" is believed to have been derived from the Arabic word "mausim," which means season or wind shift. The term refers to the seasonal reversal of winds and the associated changes in precipitation patterns that occur mainly in the tropics and subtropics. The winds typically blow from the southwest during the summer months and from the northeast during the winter months, resulting in a distinct wet and dry season.

3. Around the time of its arrival, the normal rainfall increases suddenly and continues constantly for several days. This is known as the ______ of the monsoon, and can be distinguished from the pre-monsoon showers. [S.S.C. Online CPO SI (T-I) 09.11.2012 (Shift-II)]

(a) opening
(b) burst
(c) breaking
(d) thrust

Correct Answer: (b) burst

Solution:The answer is burst. The term "burst" is commonly used to describe the sudden increase in rainfall that occurs with the arrival of the monsoon season in many parts of the world. This burst of rain is a distinguishing characteristic of the monsoon season, and is often followed by a period of relatively consistent rainfall

4. which of the following causes rainfall during winters in the north-western part of India? [S.S.C Online Graduate Level (T-I) 29.06.2016 (Shift-III)]

(a) Western disturbances
(b) Cyclonic depression
(c) Southwest monsoon
(d) Retreating monsoon

Correct Answer: (a) Western disturbances

Solution:Western disturbances cause rainfall during winter in the northwestern part of India. This is a pattern driven by Westerlies, Western disturbances are essential for developing the rabi crop in the northern subcontinent, including the locally important staple wheat

5. Which state of India receives maximum rainfall? [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-I) 10.01.2017 (Shift-III)]

(a) Meghalaya
(b) Rajasthan
(c) Uttarakhand
(d) Kerala

Correct Answer: (a) Meghalaya

Solution:The highest rainfall in India and the world is recorded at Mawsynram village of Meghalaya, It is also known as land of clouds. Mawsynram is a village located in the East Khasi Hills in the district of Meghalaya state in northeastern India, which is 65 kilometers from Shillong.

6. Why does the west coast of India receive more rainfall from southwest monsoon than the cast coast? [S.S.C. Online Graduate Level (T-I) 11.09.2016 (Shift-I)]

(a) Unlike the east coast this coast is straight.
(b) The Western Ghats obstruct the winds causing rainfall.
(c) The east coast is broader than the west coast.
(d) The Eastern Ghats extend parallel to wind direction.

Correct Answer: (b) The Western Ghats obstruct the winds causing rainfall.

Solution:The western side of the Western Ghats rises majestically to over 2500 metres above mean sea level to capture the Arabian Sea branch of moisture-laden southwest monsoon winds. However, the location of these mountain ranges is such that the South-West Monsoon that breaks over the southernmost tip of the Peninsula during the last week of May block the winds, and they steadily rise against the mountain to condense rapidly and give copious rains on the western side. Consequently, the eastern side is typically known as the rain shadow region.

7. Which is the first Indian state is start rooftop rainwater harvesting? [S.S.C Online Constable GD 18.02.2019 (Shift-III)]

(a) Tamil Nadu
(b) Kerala
(c) Rajasthan
(d) Assam

Correct Answer: (a) Tamil Nadu

Solution:Tamil Nadu is the first and the only state in India which has made rooftop rainwiner harvesting structures compulsory for all houses across the state In addition, there are legal provisions to punish defaulters

8. Which statement best explains why Shillong gets around 200 cm rainfall annually; whereas Cherrapunji, which is around 30 km away (as the crow. flies), gets over 1250 cm of rainfall annually? [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-I) 15.10.2020 (Shift-III)]

(a) Cherrapunji lies on the leeward side of the Khasi hills and Shillong Ties on the windward side of the Khasi
(b) Cherrapunii gets rainfall from rain-laden clouds coming from the Himalayas, whereas Shillong gets rainfall from the Malabar branch of monsoon
(c) Cherrapunji lies on the windward side of the Khasi hills and receives rainfall from the Bay of Bengal branch of monsoon, while Shillong lies on the leeward side of the Khasi hills, which forms the rain shadow area
(d) The average temperature of Shillong has gone up due to excessive deforestation and pollution.

Correct Answer: (c) Cherrapunji lies on the windward side of the Khasi hills and receives rainfall from the Bay of Bengal branch of monsoon, while Shillong lies on the leeward side of the Khasi hills, which forms the rain shadow area

Solution:Statement (c) is correct in answer to the given question. This statement suggests that Cherrapunji is located on the windward side of the Khasi Hills and receives monsoon rainfall from the Bay of Bengal, while Shillong is located on the edge of the Khasi Hills, which generates the rain cover area.

9. What is the duration of south-west monsoon season (Rainy) in India? [S.S.C. Online MTS (T-I) 9.10.2017 (Shift-III)]

(a) March to May
(b) October and November
(c) December to February
(d) June to September

Correct Answer: (d) June to September

Solution:The period from June to September is referred to as the 'Southwest Monsoon' period. The Southwest Monsoon period is the principal rainy season for the Indian subcontinent. This is the summer monsoon period, where the southwest monsoon holds over the country. The whole country receives nearly 75% of its rainfall during this period.

10. What is the duration of summer season in India? [S.S.C. Online MTS (T-I) 10.10.2017 (Shift-I)]

(a) March to May
(b) October to November
(c) December to February
(d) June to September

Correct Answer: (a) March to May

Solution:According to the given options, the duration of the summer season is from March to May, i.e., option (a).

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