Question

How do the Himalayas influence the climate of India?

Answer 1

The Himalayas have a considerable influence on the climate of the Indian subcontinent. On one hand, they protect the Indian mainland from the chilly winds of Siberia. Had they not been there, the Indian lands would have been frozen and covered with snow throughout the year. The Himalayas also act as a barrier to the monsoon winds coming from seas. Hence, they are an important cause of rainfall in India. They help in maintaining both the elements of climate, i.e. temperature and rainfall.