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The high pressure over northern plains during winter is best explained by which of the following factors?

AHigh solar insolation

BVertical position of sun over Tropic of Cancer

CCooling of landmass due to low insolation

DInfluence of tropical cyclones

Answer:

C. Cooling of landmass due to low insolation

Read Explanation:

  • By December, sun shines vertically over the Tropic of Capricorn.

  • Northern India receives low insolation, leading to landmass cooling and formation of a weak high-pressure zone.

Related Questions:

Which of the following regions is least affected by the cold wave during the cold weather season in India?

Consider the following statements regarding the climate of the West Coast of India south of Goa.

  1. It experiences a monsoon climate with a short dry season.
  2. It is classified as 'As' according to Koeppen's scheme.

    Which of the following statements are correct?

    1. Temperature in Punjab can fall below freezing in winter.
    2. The Ganga Valley experiences westerly or northwesterly winds.
    3. All parts of India get uniform rainfall from the northeast monsoon.

      Which of the following statements are correct?

      1. Mango showers are pre-monsoon rainfall found primarily in Kerala and coastal Karnataka.

      2. Nor’westers are beneficial for rice cultivation in Assam.

      3. Loo winds bring significant moisture to the Northern Plains.

      Choose the correct statement(s)

      1. Cyclones during this season usually originate in the Arabian Sea and move toward Gujarat.
      2. Eastern coast of peninsular India faces maximum destruction due to cyclones in this period.