The 'Madden-Julian Oscillation' (MJO) influences the Indian monsoon by:
A. No influence
B. Suppressing convection
C. Enhancing convection
D. Both enhancing and suppressing
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The MJO is a 30-60 day oscillation of convection that moves eastward from the Indian Ocean to the Pacific. It can enhance or suppress monsoon rainfall depending on its phase.
Explanation:
The Bay of Bengal is more prone to tropical cyclones than the Arabian Sea, with cyclones frequently forming during the pre-monsoon and post-monsoon seasons.
Explanation:
Occluded fronts are associated with complex weather patterns, including a mix of rain, snow, and strong winds, as the cold front overtakes the warm front.
Explanation:
The Deccan Plateau lies in the rain shadow of the Western Ghats, receiving low rainfall as the monsoon winds lose moisture on the windward side.
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