The 'Monsoon Trough' is a line of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Monsoon Trough' is a line of:
A. Low pressure
B. High pressure
C. Low temperature
D. High temperature
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Monsoon Trough is a region of low pressure extending from the Thar Desert to the Bay of Bengal, which is crucial for monsoon rainfall.

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