Question

Which of the following statements are correct?

1. The retreating monsoon is marked by clear skies and high daytime temperatures.

2. The oppressive weather in early October is due to moist land and low humidity.

3. Cyclonic depressions during this season are mostly destructive and occur in the Bay of Bengal.

• A. 1 & 2
• B. 1 & 3
• C. 2 & 3
• D. All are correct

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 1 & 3

• While North India sees a temperature fall in late October (Statement 1) and eastern coasts receive heavy rainfall (Statement 3), northwestern India (Statement 2) generally remains dry during this season.