#1. Consider the following statements about monsoon systems in India: 1. The southwest monsoon winds originate due to the differential heating of land and water in the northern hemisphere. 2. The Arabian Sea branch of the southwest monsoon accounts for more than 70% of the total monsoon rainfall in India. 3. The northeast monsoon primarily brings rainfall to the Coromandel Coast due to the retreating monsoon winds. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
#2. Match the deserts with their distinguishing features: Desert – Feature (A) Atacama (1) Cold ocean currents influence (B) Gobi (2) Cold desert in a rain shadow (C) Sahara (3) Trade winds drive aridity (D) Kalahari (4) Semi-arid with seasonal rainfall
#3. Which of the following statements are correct about India’s physical features? 1. The Deccan Plateau is formed primarily by igneous rocks and covers about 43% of India’s land area. 2. The Sundarbans Delta, located in West Bengal, is the largest tidal halophytic mangrove forest in the world. 3. The Himalayas are home to some of the world’s highest peaks, with Kanchenjunga being the third-highest peak at 8,586 meters. Select the correct option:
#4. Which of the following regions are part of the Pacific Ring of Fire? 1. Philippines 2. Alaska 3. Andes Mountains 4. Hawaiian Islands Select the correct option:
#5. Q5. Which of the following are true about tropical rainforest climates? 1. Found within 5°N and 5°S latitude. 2. Experiences a diurnal range of temperature higher than the annual range. 3. Receives consistent rainfall throughout the year. 4. Predominantly occurs in the Amazon and Congo basins. Select the correct option:
