Multiple choice

In which direction do the moisture laden winds blow in the monsoon season before approaching the land?

  1. North-east

  2. South-west

  3. North-south

  4. South-east
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Moisture-laden monsoon winds blow from southwest toward India, hence called 'southwest monsoon.' They originate in the Indian Ocean, curve toward the western coast, and then spread inland. Northeast winds occur during winter's retreating monsoon.

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