The term 'monsoon trough' in the Indian context refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The term 'monsoon trough' in the Indian context refers to:
A. A line of low pressure extending from the Thar Desert to the Bay of Bengal
B. The path of cyclones
C. The jet stream
D. A line of high pressure over the Himalayas
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The monsoon trough is a region of low pressure that forms during the monsoon season, extending from the Thar Desert in the west to the Bay of Bengal in the east. It is crucial for monsoon rainfall.

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