Which of the following is a cold wind that blows in the Arabian Peninsula? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a cold wind that blows in the Arabian Peninsula?
A. Haboob
B. Simoon
C. Khamsin
D. Shamal
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Shamal is a strong, cold, and dry wind that blows from the north or northwest over the Arabian Peninsula.

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