Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Consider the following statements :

1. Himalayas acts as barrier for moisture laden monsoon winds.
2. They also protect Indian Subcontinent from cold winds from Central Asia and Siberia.

Which of the following statements is/are incorrect?

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is D Neither 1 nor 2

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> By virtue of its location and stupendous height, the Great Himalaya Range obstructs the passage of cold continental air from the north into India in winter and also forces the southwesterly monsoon (rain-bearing) winds to give up most of their moisture before crossing the range northward.
They also protect Indian Subcontinent from cold winds from Central Asia and Siberia.