Challenger App

No.1 PSC Learning App

1M+ Downloads

Choose the correct statement(s)

  1. The low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal strengthens in December, causing extended monsoon rains.
  2. The centre of low pressure completely disappears from the peninsula by mid-December.

    Aii only correct

    Bi only correct

    Ci, ii correct

    DAll are correct

    Answer:

    A. ii only correct

    Read Explanation:

    • Statement 1 is incorrect because the low-pressure weakens and disappears by mid-December, not strengthens.


    Related Questions:

    Which one of the following regions acts as a barrier causing bifurcation of the westerly jet stream over Asia

    Consider the following statements about retreating monsoon. Identify the right ones.

    I. The months of October and November are known for retreating monsoons.

    II. It is marked by clear skies and rise in temperature.

    III. The weather is dry in north India but it is associated with rain in the eastern part of the peninsula.

    Choose the correct statement(s)

    1. The retreating monsoon affects Tamil Nadu more than Punjab in terms of rainfall.
    2. Cyclonic storms of this season do not affect West Bengal or Bangladesh
      ഉഷ്ണ കാലത്ത് ദക്ഷിണേന്ത്യയിൽ വീശുന്ന കാറ്റ് ഏതാണ് ?

      Which of the following statements are correct?

      1. The retreating monsoon is associated with a rapid fall in temperature in North India during October.

      2. This season experiences rainfall in the northwestern part of India.

      3. The retreating monsoon brings heavy rainfall to the eastern coastal areas.