The term 'monsoon trough' in the Indian context refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The term 'monsoon trough' in the Indian context refers to:
A. A line of high pressure over the Himalayas
B. The path of cyclones
C. A line of low pressure extending from the Thar Desert to the Bay of Bengal
D. The jet stream
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The monsoon trough is a region of low pressure that forms during the monsoon season, extending from the Thar Desert in the west to the Bay of Bengal in the east. It is crucial for monsoon rainfall.

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