🌍 GeographyUPSC 2014Soil

The seasonal reversal of winds is the typical characteristic of :

aEquatorial climate
bMediterranean climate
cMonsoon climate
dAll of the above climates
✓ Correct answer: c) Monsoon climate
ExplanationOption (c) is correct : Monsoon Climate is characterized by Seasonal reversal of winds, where the wind direction changes with the seasons.It is found primarily in India, South-east Africa, Northern Australia, the Guinea Coast of West Africa and the Pa- cific Coast of Columbia.Summer monsoon (from June to September) : Winds blow from the southwest, bringing moisture from the Indian Ocean, leading to heavy rainfall.Winter monsoon (from October to February) : Winds blow from the northeast, bringing dry, cool air from the landmass.35

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