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During the south-west monsoon period, the moisture laden winds blow from.

land to sea

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sea to land

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plateau to plains

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none of these

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Solution

The correct option is B sea to land
This season is marked by the onset and advance of monsoon. The winds blow from Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal towards the land. They carry moisture with them. When these winds strike the mountain barriers, rainfall occurs.

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