Multiple choice

Fill in the blank: The south east trade winds in the monsoon season originate from the ____________.

  1. Arabian sea

  2. Bay of Bengal

  3. Indian Ocean

  4. Lakshadweep islands
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The southeast trade winds that become part of the Indian monsoon system originate from the Indian Ocean near the equator. They cross the equator and turn toward India due to Coriolis force. Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal are branches where these winds split, not the origin.

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