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.
Explanation:
Mawsynram in Meghalaya receives over 11,000 mm of rainfall annually, making it the wettest place on Earth, primarily due to the orographic effect of the monsoon winds.
Explanation:
The Western Ghats, northeastern states, and coastal Karnataka all receive more than 400 cm of annual rainfall due to orographic effects and monsoon winds.
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