Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting the Indian monsoon? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting the Indian monsoon?
A. Ozone depletion
B. Jet Streams
C. El Niño
D. Indian Ocean Dipole
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Ozone depletion does not affect the Indian monsoon. The monsoon is influenced by El Niño, IOD, ITCZ, Jet Streams, and land-sea temperature contrast.

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