Climatic Conditions in Punjab

Q.

Why are the Himalayas important to us?

Q. Which of the following hill stations are located in Punjab?

1. Manali
2. Shimla
3. Mandi
4. Ooty

Q. Which among the following hill stations were situated in Punjab but are now a part of Himachal Pradesh?

1. Shimla
2. Solan
3. Mandi
4. All of the above

Q. Which of the following benefits does Punjab has due to the Himalayas?

1. It obstructs monsoon clouds causing heavy rainfall in the region.
2. The passes present in the mountain allow for trade and commerce.
3. Its ranges have hill stations boosting tourism.
4. It has allowed invaders to pass easily into the country.

Q. Assertion (A): Punjab receives heavy rainfall only during the moonsoon which benefits the agricultural sector.

Reason (R): The tall Himalayan mountains obstruct the rain-bearing winds that leads to heavy rainfall in the region.

1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
2. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
3. A is true but R is false.
4. A is false but R is true.

Q. How did Punjab develop trade relations with Central Asia in the past?

1. Punjab sent emissaries requesting the establishment of trade relations with Central Asia.
2. Mountain passes in the Sulaiman and the Kirthar hills formed routes with Central Asia.
3. The rulers of Punjab conquered Central Asia and formed trading centres to amass wealth.
4. The plains in Punjab established routes for communication with Central Asia.

Q. Choose the correct option based on the statements given below.

Assertion(A): Punjab is a dry and barren land.

Reason(R): This is because it does not recieve enough rainfall.

1. Both A and R are correct.
2. A is correct but R is incorrect.
3. A is incorrect.
4. Both A and R are incorrect.