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Monsoon and Its Basics

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The movement of monsoon winds is caused due to ______.

A

Cyclone effect over Indian Ocean

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Pressure difference

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Temperature difference

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ITCZ

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Solution

The correct option is B Pressure difference
The monsoon winds are created due to the pressure difference of the low pressure region in North India and the high pressure region near Madagascar. The winds pick up moisture from the Indian Ocean and cause rainfall in the Indian subcontinent.

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