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Which of the following statements are correct?

  1. The tropical easterly jet has a maximum speed of about 90 kmph in June.

  2. The easterlies are significant for rainfall during southwest monsoon.

  3. The subtropical westerly jet is more active during summer months.

A1 & 2

B2 & 3

C1 & 3

DAll are correct

Answer:

A. 1 & 2

Read Explanation:

  • The tropical easterly jet reaches 90 kmph in June and steers monsoon depressions.

  • The subtropical westerly jet dominates in winter, not summer.


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Consider the following statements about retreating monsoon. Identify the right ones.

I. The months of October and November are known for retreating monsoons.

II. It is marked by clear skies and rise in temperature.

III. The weather is dry in north India but it is associated with rain in the eastern part of the peninsula.

Consider the following statements:

  1. Westerly jet streams bring western disturbances into India.

  2. Night temperature dips before the arrival of these disturbances.

  3. These disturbances originate over the Red Sea.

Which of the above are correct?