Multiple choice

During winter-north western part of India gets rainfall

  1. thunderstorms

  2. retreating monsoon

  3. western disturbances

  4. tropical cyclones
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Western disturbances are extra-tropical storms originating in the Mediterranean region that bring winter rainfall to the northwestern parts of India. This moisture is vital for the growth of Rabi crops like wheat.

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