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Q · Wind and Pressure Beltmedium · 45s
Which global wind system is responsible for bringing monsoon rains in South Asia?
TopicWind and Pressure Belt
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The southwest monsoon winds, which reverse seasonally due to differential heating of the land and ocean, cause wet monsoon rains in South Asia typically between June and September.
Final Answer: Option D - Seasonal reversals in the southwest monsoon winds