During an El Niño event, the Walker Circulation: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

During an El Niño event, the Walker Circulation:
A. Strengthens
B. Weakens
C. Remains unchanged
D. Reverses direction
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
During an El Niño event, the Walker Circulation weakens as the trade winds weaken, causing the warm water to shift eastward across the Pacific. This can lead to droughts in Australia and floods in South America.

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