Static Core GK - Indian Polity (Static)
Which of the following factors is primarily responsible for the formation of the 'Western Disturbances' that bring winter rainfall to northwestern India?
Which of the following factors is primarily responsible for the formation of the 'Western Disturbances' that bring winter rainfall to northwestern India?
hard Q9 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Understand Western Disturbances
Western Disturbances are extra-tropical storms causing winter rainfall in northwestern India.Step 2: Identify origin of Western Disturbances
They originate as westerly waves from the Mediterranean region and move eastwards.Step 3: Analyze other options
Cyclonic storms from Bay of Bengal affect eastern India during monsoon; monsoon trough and tropical easterly jet are unrelated to Western Disturbances.Final Answer:
Westerly waves from the Mediterranean region → Option BQuick Check:
Western Disturbances origin = Mediterranean westerly waves ✅
Quick Trick: Western Disturbances come from Mediterranean westerly waves.
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing Western Disturbances with Bay of Bengal cyclones.
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