Climate And Weather In Indian Geography - Study Mode
[#81] Which of the following wind is blowing from the Mediterranean sea to the North Western parts of India?
Correct Answer
(A) Western disturbances
Explanation
Solution: Feeble temperate cyclone (Western disturbance) blows from the Mediterranean Sea to the north western part of India. This system bring rain to Indian states like Haryana, Punjab & western U.P. etc. which is highly beneficial for the reaping of wheat crop (Rabi crop). It generally precipitates in the months of February and March.
[#82] The flash flood is related with which of the following?
Correct Answer
(B) Cyclonic storm
Explanation
Solution: Torrential downpours associated with cyclonic storm brings heavy rainfall in a particular short span of time and causes flood like situation often termes flash food.
[#83] Which one of the following types of forest covers the maximum area in India?
Correct Answer
(B) Tropical moist deciduous forest
Explanation
Solution: Tropical moist deciduous forest covers the maximum area in India. Tropical dry deciduous forests run from the Himalayan foot hills to Kanyakumari and comprise important trees like bijasal, teak, tendu, amaltas, khair, palas, rosewood and axlewood.
[#84] The Himalayan forests include
Correct Answer
(D) All the three
Explanation
Solution: The Himalayan forests include European Oak Forests, Coniferous Forests and Alpine Vegetation.
[#85] The "Central India Teak" is an Example of
Correct Answer
(B) Moist Deciduous Forest
Explanation
Solution: The "Central India Teak" is an Example of Moist Deciduous Forest. Moist deciduous forests are found throughout India except in the western and the north-western regions. The trees have broad trunks, are tall and have branching trunks and roots to hold them firmly to the ground. Some of the taller trees shed their leaves in the dry season. There is a layer of shorter trees and evergreen shrubs in the undergrowth. These forests are dominated by sal and teak, along with mango, bamboo, and rosewood.