Monsoon in India Overview
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What are the two main branches of the South-West Monsoon Winds in India?

  • Bay of Bengal branch and North-East Trade Winds
  • Southern Monsoon branch and Western Ghats branch
  • Arabian Sea branch and Bay of Bengal branch (correct)
  • Arabian Sea branch and Indian Ocean branch
  • Most of the precipitation in India occurs in the form of snow.

    False

    When does the retreating monsoon season typically begin?

    Middle of September

    The average annual rainfall in India is about ____ centimetres.

    <p>120</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following regions with their average annual rainfall:

    <p>Meghalaya = 800 centimetres Western Rajasthan = Less than 50 centimetres Middle Ganga Valley = 100 to 200 centimetres Parts of Deccan Plateau = 50 to 100 centimetres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following regions tends to receive very heavy rainfall?

    <p>Meghalaya and the Brahmaputra Valley</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Tamil Nadu coast receives substantial rainfall during the monsoon season.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What weather phenomenon in October is characterized by excessive heat and high humidity?

    <p>October heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The world's highest rainfall has been recorded at ____ in Meghalaya.

    <p>Mawsynram</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When do the retreating monsoons withdraw from India?

    <p>End of November</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Monsoon in India

    • Monsoon onset: Four to five weeks, impacting entire country
    • Rainfall distribution: High in west coast and northeast, decreasing southward and eastward
    • Rainfall amount varies greatly; Meghalaya receives the highest (800+ cm), some areas <10 cm.
    • Coastal areas, especially Tamil Nadu, can remain dry during monsoon season.
    • Winds: Arab Sea and Bay of Bengal branches, meeting north of India
    • Retreating monsoon: Begins in September, finishes by November
    • October heat: Oppressive period of change from wet to dry season.
    • Impacts: Floods in some areas, droughts in others
    • Cyclones: Common in Bay of Bengal, hitting eastern coast, causing significant damage.
    • Average annual rainfall: Approximately 120 cm, highest in the world for a country its size.

    Distribution of Rainfall

    • Affected by physical features and wind direction
    • High rainfall: Western Ghats, Meghalaya, Brahmaputra Valley, over 200 cm.
    • Moderate rainfall: Central parts of India, 100 cm.
    • Low rainfall: Western Rajasthan, Ladakh, etc. under 50 cm.
    • Mawsynram, Meghalaya, is the wettest location globally.

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    Explore the fascinating dynamics of the monsoon season in India. This quiz covers the onset of the monsoon, rainfall distribution, and its impacts, including floods and droughts. Test your understanding of this critical weather phenomenon that shapes the Indian climate and agriculture.

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