Question

Consider the following statements:
1. Delhi generally receives monsoon showers from the Bay of Bengal branch.
2. Monsoon winds, unlike the trade winds are steady winds that are not pulsating in nature.
3. Withdrawal of monsoon is a rapid process all over India.
4. During winter, some amount of rainfall occurs on Tamil Nadu coast due to north-east trade winds.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

• A. Only 1 and 4
• B. Only 2
• C. Only 1, 2 and 4
• D. Only 2 and 4

Answer 1

The correct option is A Only 1 and 4

Delhi receives rainfall mostly from Bay of Bengal branch. Monsoon winds unlike trade winds are not steady winds and are pulsating in nature. Monsoon withdrawal is a gradual process in the north while it is a sudden process in the southern parts of India. During winter, some parts of Tamil Nadu receives rainfall due to north east trade winds.