Q61 / 270 · NDA 2017 (Phase 2) · General Ability

The Kashmir region receives additional amount of precipitation during the winter brought by

A
South-west Monsoon
Correct answer
B
Western Disturbances
C
Retreating Monsoon
D
Temperate Cyclone

Solution

Western disturbances play an important role in inducing additional rain during winter season in Kashmir and adjoining region.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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