Question

Select the correct option after reading the statements.
1) There is no gyre formation in the Northern part of the Indian Ocean.
2) There are strong seasonal winds and more landmasses in the Northern Hemisphere.

• A. Statement 1 is true and statement 2 is the correct explanation for statement 1.
• B. Statement 1 is true and statement 2 is false.
• C. Statement 1 is true, but statement 2 is not the correct explanation for statement 1.
• D. Both statements are invalid.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Statement 1 is true and statement 2 is the correct explanation for statement 1.

There is no gyre formation in the northern part of the Indian Ocean. For the formation of a gyre, the direction of movement of the winds should be fixed. There are strong seasonal winds, which change their direction every season. More landmasses in the northern hemisphere also restricts the ocean space available for the formation of gyres.