The Southwest Monsoon winds originate from the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Southwest Monsoon winds originate from the:
A. Indian Ocean
B. Arctic Ocean
C. Atlantic Ocean
D. Pacific Ocean
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Southwest Monsoon winds originate from the Indian Ocean (especially the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal), bringing moisture to the Indian subcontinent.

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A negative phase of the Pacific-North American (PNA) pattern is associated with:
A. Wetter than normal conditions in the Pacific Northwest
B. Colder than normal temperatures in the Pacific Northwest
C. Warmer than normal temperatures in the Pacific Northwest
D. Drier than normal conditions in the Pacific Northwest

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
A negative PNA phase is associated with colder than normal temperatures in the Pacific Northwest and warmer than normal temperatures in the southeastern United States, with a trough over western North America.

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The 'Walker Circulation' weakens during:
A. La Niña
B. El Niño
C. Indian Ocean Dipole
D. Normal conditions

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Walker Circulation weakens during El Niño as the trade winds weaken, allowing warm water to shift eastward across the Pacific.

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Question #3
Which of the following is a major factor in the formation of the Ferrel cell?
A. Rising air at the poles and sinking air at the equator
B. Rising air at the poles and sinking air at the subtropics
C. Rising air at the equator and sinking air at the poles
D. Rising air at the subtropics and sinking air at the poles

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Ferrel cell is a large-scale atmospheric circulation pattern where air rises at the subtropics, flows poleward, and sinks at the poles.

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