Which of the following winds is responsible for monsoons in India?
A
Southwest Monsoon Winds
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B
North-South Monsoon Winds
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C
Northeast Monsoon Winds
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D
Southeast Monsoon Winds
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Solution
The correct option is A Southwest Monsoon Winds Monsoon winds from the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea are responsible for monsoons in India. It is also known as Southwest Monsoon winds. These winds are responsible for the majority of rainfall in the country.