“Indian weather system is also influenced by jet streams.” Which of the following explains ‘Jet stream’?

North eastern seasonal wind

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South western seasonal wind

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Narrow band of high altitude westerly wind

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Low altitude easterly wind

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Solution

The correct option is C Narrow band of high altitude westerly wind

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Consider the following statements about jet streams:

1. Jet streams are important component of westerly flow which influences weather in north and northwestern India.

2.The jet streams are found mainly in the upper atmosphere or in troposphere.

3. Jet streams generally follow a straight path.

4. Jet streams are caused by a combination of a planet's rotation on its axis and atmospheric heating

Choose the correct statements:

The Climate over the Indian subcontinent is influenced by-

1. North easterly winds.

2. The Himalayas

3. The Tibetan plateau

4. Sub tropical westerly jet stream

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