What is the major cause of cyclonic rainfall? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the major cause of cyclonic rainfall?
A. Convection from surface heating
B. Convergence of air masses
C. Descending air
D. Rising air over mountains
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Cyclonic or frontal rainfall is caused by the convergence of warm and cold air masses. The warm, moist air is forced to rise over the cold, denser air, leading to condensation and precipitation.

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What is the name of the layer of the atmosphere that contains most of the weather phenomena?
A. Troposphere
B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
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Correct Answer: Option A


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Correct Answer: Option C


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A. January to March
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