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Rajasthan SI — Geography of India — Climatology & Rainfall
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Question 1 of 20
Which specific atmospheric phenomenon is primarily responsible for bringing winter rainfall to North-Western India, locally known as 'Mawat'?
Question 2 of 20
In the context of Monsoon winds, the phenomenon of 'reversal' happens every:
Question 3 of 20
What is the impact of La Nina on the Indian Monsoon?
Question 4 of 20
Which of the following creates a 'blocking effect' preventing the onset of the monsoon in Northern India during April and May?
Question 5 of 20
In the context of the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD), what constitutes a 'Negative Dipole'?
Question 6 of 20
What is the primary cause of winter rainfall in North-Western India, locally known as 'Mawat'?
Question 7 of 20
Which of the following conditions correctly describes a 'Positive Indian Ocean Dipole' (IOD)?
Question 8 of 20
Match the following locations with their associated pressure conditions during normal climatic conditions:
List-I (Location)
A. Coast of Peru
B. East Coast of Australia
C. Tibetan Plateau (Summer)
D. Mascerene High
List-II (Pressure Condition)
1. Low Pressure
2. High Pressure
3. High Pressure
4. Low Pressure
Select the correct option:
Question 9 of 20
In the context of the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD), what does the 'Positive' phase signify regarding the temperature profile?
Question 10 of 20
Where is the cold desert 'Ladakh' located in terms of relief features?
Question 11 of 20
Which of the following states/regions falls under the 'Low Rainfall Zone' (50-100 cm)?
Question 12 of 20
Which of the following describes the 'Somali Jet'?
Question 13 of 20
What is the relationship between distance from the sea and monsoon rainfall amount?
Question 14 of 20
Which scale is used for measuring the power of cyclones?
Question 15 of 20
Where is the 'Mascarene High' located, which plays a crucial role in the Indian Monsoon?
Question 16 of 20
The 'Hot Thar Desert' is located in which rainfall zone?
Question 17 of 20
What happens to the pressure system over the Eastern Pacific (Peru coast) when the water temperature drops below normal (La Nina)?
Question 18 of 20
Which of the following statements correctly describes the 'Mascerene High'?
Question 19 of 20
Assertion (A): The North-East Monsoon generally does not cause rainfall in India.
Reason (R): These winds originate from land and move towards the sea, thus containing little moisture.
Question 20 of 20
In the context of Monsoon, what does ITCZ stand for?
