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Consider the following statements:

  1. Easterly jet stream contributes to monsoon depressions over the Bay of Bengal.

  2. Tracks of these depressions correspond to regions of maximum rainfall in India.

  3. These jet streams weaken during the southwest monsoon season.

    Which of the above are correct?

A1 and 2 only

B2 and 3 only

C1 and 3 only

DAll of the above

Answer:

A. 1 and 2 only

Read Explanation:

  • Statement 3 is incorrect — easterly jet is active during the southwest monsoon, not weak.


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