Multiple choice

Which of the following is/are correct about the seasonal reversal of wind direction over the Indian subcontinent?

a. As the monsoon winds move towards west, their moisture content tends to reduce with subsequent rains which causes the seasonal reversal of wind direction. b. The pressure differential such as El Nino causes the seasonal reversal of wind direction over the Indian subcontinent. c. The broad trough of low pressure in the equatorial ITCZ causes the seasonal reversal of wind direction over the Indian subcontinent.

  1. a only

  2. b only

  3. c only

  4. a and c

  5. None of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct answer as the pressure differential such as El Nino causes the seasonal reversal of wind direction over the Indian subcontinent.

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