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During the cold weather season in India, which winds prevail over the country, bringing local rainfall known as 'Mahawat' important for 'rabi' crops?

ASouth-west monsoon winds

BNorth-east trade winds

CWesterlies

DJet streams

Answer:

B. North-east trade winds

Read Explanation:

Cold weather season

  • During this seaon, the north-east trade winds prevail over the country. They blow from land to sea.

  • Although the total amount of winter rainfall locally known as ‘Mahawať is small, they are of immense importance for the cultivation of ‘rabi' crops.


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