Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

a. The Himalayas trap the monsoon winds within the subcontinent. b. The differential heating of land and sea creates different air pressure zones in different seasons in and around the Indian subcontinent. c. This difference in air pressure causes reversal in the direction of monsoon winds.

  1. a, b and c

  2. b and c

  3. a and c

  4. a and b

  5. a only
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A Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct answer as all statements are correct.

The Himalayas trap the monsoon winds within the subcontinent. 

The differential heating of land and sea creates different air pressure zones in different seasons in and around the Indian subcontinent.

This difference in air pressure causes reversal in the direction of monsoon winds.

 

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