Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh - Study Mode

[#226] In which months Ladakh becomes inaccessible?
Correct Answer

(D) December - February

Explanation

Solution: There is heavy snowfall from December to February in Ladakh. All highways are closed and Ladakh becomes inaccessible.

[#227] The hottest month in the Kashmir valley is
Correct Answer

(D) July

Explanation

Solution: The summer season starts in Kashmir from Mid-May. During daytime, the temperature reaches upto 30°C and falls to 10°C during night. This variation in day and night temperatures provides a pleasant and clear climate in the valley. This season attracts lot of tourists in the valley. July is the hottest month of this season when daytime temperature reaches upto 37°C.

[#228] Which region(s) of Jammu and Kashmir come(s) under the sub-tropical climatic zone?
Correct Answer

(B) Jammu

Explanation

Solution: The area of Jammu is situated in the sub-tropical region. It comprises of Doda, Kathua, Ramban, Reasi, Kishtwar, Poonch, Rajouri, Udhampur and Samba districts. Its climate is highly influenced by the Pir Panjal and Shivalik ranges.

[#229] Which of the following divisions experiences rainfall in spring season?
Correct Answer

(A) Kashmir

Explanation

Solution: The spring season in Kashmir starts from the month of March when the temperature starts rising. The temperature fluctuates from 12°C to 20°C during daytime and falls upto 5°C during night. Spring is accompanied by rainfall in Kashmir, which is about 110 mm in March-April. The valley receives maximum rains in this season which are caused by the Western disturbances.

[#230] Hot dry winds called 'loo' blow in the summer season in which of these divisions?
Correct Answer

(B) Jammu

Explanation

Solution: Hot dry winds called 'loo' blow in the lowlands of Jammu. Dust storms also occur during April in Jammu.