Which of the following is the primary reason for the heat wave conditions in northern India during summer? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is the primary reason for the heat wave conditions in northern India during summer?
A. All of the above
B. Clear skies and dry conditions
C. Hot winds from the Thar Desert
D. Intense solar radiation
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Heat wave conditions in northern India during summer are caused by intense solar radiation, hot dry winds (loo) from the Thar Desert, and clear skies that allow maximum heating of the land surface.

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