JKSSB FAA EXAM MCQ | Weather Of India with Pdf
1. What is the primary cause of the Indian monsoon?
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Indian monsoon
a) The Coriolis effect
b) The difference in heating and cooling rates of land and sea (Correct)
c) The jet stream
d) The El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO)
2. Which region receives the highest rainfall in India during the monsoon season?
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India’s monsoon rainfall map
a) Thar Desert
b) Gangetic Plain
c) Western Ghats (Correct)
d) Deccan Plateau
3. What does the term “loo” refer to?
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loo winds over India
a) Hot and dry winds blowing in northern India during the summer (Correct)
b) Cold winds blowing from the Himalayas in winter
c) Cyclones that form in the Bay of Bengal
d) Dust storms that occur in Rajasthan
4. Which factor is NOT as significant in influencing India’s climate?
a) Latitude
b) Longitude
c) Altitude
d) Distance from the ocean (Correct)
5. How can the El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) affect the Indian monsoon?
a) Increases rainfall in all regions
b) Decreases rainfall in all regions
c) Causes a delay in the onset of the monsoon (Correct)
d) Strengthens the Coriolis effect
6. Which of the following is NOT a consequence of the Indian monsoon?
a) Agriculture
b) Tourism
c) Hydropower generation
d) Earthquakes (Correct)
7. Which program is NOT related to managing extreme weather events in India?
a) National Cyclone Risk Reduction Programme
b) National Drought Mitigation Programme
c) National Heatwave Action Plan
d) National Earthquake Preparedness Programme (Correct)
8. Which of the following is NOT a likely consequence of climate change in India?
a) More frequent and intense heatwaves
b) Changes in rainfall patterns
c) Rising sea levels
d) Increased volcanic activity (Correct)
12 More MCQs on Weather of India for JKSSB FAA Exam:
1. The term “nor’wester” refers to:
A) Cold winds blowing from the northwest in winter
B) Strong storms with heavy rain and lightning in eastern India
C) Hot and dry winds blowing from the northwest in summer (Correct)
D) Cyclones that form in the Arabian Sea
2. Which state in India receives the lowest annual rainfall?
A) Kerala
B) Assam
C) Rajasthan (Correct)
D) Jammu and Kashmir
3. The Himalayan mountain range plays a crucial role in influencing the climate of India by:
A) Blocking cold winds from the north
B) Creating rain shadows on the leeward side
C) Both A and B (Correct)
D) Increasing the humidity in the atmosphere
4. Which Indian city experiences the hottest summers?
A) Chennai
B) Kolkata
C) Delhi (Correct)
D) Mumbai
Explanation:-
Several Indian cities compete for the title of “hottest summers,” but the contenders often change depending on the specific year and measurement criteria. However, the following cities are frequently mentioned as experiencing the hottest summers in India:
Top contenders:
- Delhi: Often considered the hottest major city in India, with temperatures sometimes exceeding 45°C (113°F) during the peak summer months (April-June). The combination of urban heat island effect and proximity to the Thar Desert contributes to scorching temperatures.
- Jaisalmer: Located in the heart of the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer is known for its extreme desert climate. Temperatures can soar above 50°C (122°F) in the summer, making it one of the hottest places in the world.
- Churu: Another desert city in Rajasthan, Churu regularly experiences scorching summer temperatures reaching up to 50°C (122°F).
- Sri Ganganagar: Situated near the border with Pakistan, Sri Ganganagar has recorded the highest temperature ever measured in India at 51°C (124°F).
Other notable mentions:
- Nagpur: Located in central India, Nagpur experiences extreme heat and dry winds during the summer, with temperatures exceeding 48°C (118°F).
- Bilaspur: Situated near the Tropic of Cancer, Bilaspur receives intense solar radiation, leading to summer temperatures reaching 49°C (120°F).
- Banda: In Uttar Pradesh, Banda experiences sweltering summers with temperatures often exceeding 45°C (113°F).
5. The retreating monsoon season in India is associated with:
A) Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms
B) Dry and sunny weather
C) Cyclonic activity in the Bay of Bengal
D) A gradual decrease in rainfall (Correct)
6. Which of the following statements is TRUE about the Thar Desert?
A) It receives significant rainfall during the monsoon season
B) It experiences cold winters with snowfall
C) It has fertile land suitable for agriculture
D) It is one of the hottest and driest regions in India (Correct)
7. The “Chennai flood of 2015” was primarily caused by:
A) A powerful cyclone in the Bay of Bengal (Correct)
B) Excessive snowfall in the Himalayas
C) A prolonged heatwave in southern India
D) A low-pressure system over the Arabian Sea
8. Which type of cloud formation is most frequently associated with the Indian monsoon?
A) Cirrus clouds
B) Cumulus clouds (Correct)
C) Stratus clouds
D) Nimbus clouds
9. The Indian government established the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) to:
A) Conduct research on weather forecasting
B) Monitor air pollution levels in major cities
C) Manage wildlife sanctuaries and national parks
D) Train personnel for the Indian Forest Service (Correct)
10. Which traditional method of water harvesting is still widely used in rural India?
A) Dams and reservoirs
B) Desalination plants
C) Khetlis (Correct)
D) Drip irrigation systems
11. The concept of “agroforestry” can be used to combat the negative impacts of climate change on Indian agriculture by:
A) Planting trees alongside crops to improve soil fertility and reduce erosion (Correct)
B) Replacing traditional crops with genetically modified varieties
C) Increasing the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides
D) Promoting large-scale irrigation projects
12. As a future Forest Administrative Assistant, you can contribute to climate change mitigation efforts in India by:
A) Implementing forest conservation programs
B) Raising awareness about environmental issues among local communities
C) Participating in research on renewable energy sources D)
All of the above (Correct)
