The term 'Western Disturbance' refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The term 'Western Disturbance' refers to:
A. A type of local wind
B. A tropical cyclone in the Arabian Sea
C. An extratropical storm that brings rainfall to northern India
D. A monsoon depression
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Western Disturbances are extratropical storms originating over the Mediterranean Sea and moving eastward, bringing winter rainfall and snowfall to the northern parts of India, especially the Himalayas.

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