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Assertion (A): Anti-cyclonic conditions are formed in winter season when atmospheric pressure is high and air temperatures are low.
Reason (R): Winter rainfall in Northern India causes development of anti-cyclonic conditions with low temperature.

ABoth A and R are individually true, and R is the correct explanation of A.

BBoth A and R are individually true, but R is NOT a correct explanation of A.

CA is true, but R is false.

DA is false, but R is true

Answer:

C. A is true, but R is false.

Read Explanation:

  • Assertion (A) states that anti-cyclonic conditions are formed in the winter season when atmospheric pressure is high and air temperatures are low. This statement is true.
  • Anti-cyclonic conditions, also known as high-pressure systems, are often associated with clear skies, calm weather, and lower temperatures.
  • In winter, high-pressure systems can lead to cold and stable conditions.

  • Reason (R) states that winter rainfall in Northern India causes the development of anti-cyclonic conditions with low temperature. This statement is not accurate.
  • Winter rainfall in Northern India is more often associated with the passage of Western Disturbances, which are low-pressure systems that bring precipitation, rather than the development of high-pressure (anti-cyclonic) conditions.

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