2014 · Q83
What would be the influence on the weather conditions when in mid-winter a feeble high pressure develops over the north-western part of India?
- 1High and dry winds would blow outward from this high pressure area.
- 2The northern plain would become cold.
- 3Scorching winds (locally called loo) would blow during the day-time.
- 4There would be torrential rains brought by thunderstorms.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
General KnowledgeGeography
- A1 and 2 only
- B2 and 3 only
- C3 and 4 only
- D1, 2, 3 and 4
Explanation
A winter high over NW India drives dry outward winds and cold northern plains; loo and thunderstorms are summer phenomena.