In the Southern Hemisphere, winds around a high-pressure system circulate:
A. Counterclockwise
B. Straight
C. Clockwise
D. Downward
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
In the Southern Hemisphere, winds around a high-pressure system circulate counterclockwise (opposite to the Northern Hemisphere) due to the Coriolis force deflecting winds to the left.
Explanation:
The Northeast Monsoon (October-December) is a major source of rainfall for the southern states of India, especially Tamil Nadu and coastal Andhra Pradesh.
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