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Which of the following jet streams plays a critical role in steering tropical depressions during the Indian monsoon?

APolar Jet Stream

BSubtropical Westerly Jet

CTropical Easterly Jet

DRossby Jet

Answer:

C. Tropical Easterly Jet

Read Explanation:

  • The easterly jet stream over southern India in June (Tropical Easterly Jet) steers monsoon depressions, significantly impacting monsoon rainfall distribution.


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