MCQ
Around the time of its arrival, the normal rainfall increases suddenly and continues constantly for several days. This is called:
  • A
    North$-$easterlies.
  • B
    Jet stream.
  • C
    South$-$west monsoon.
  • Burst of the monsoon.

Answer

Correct option: D.
Burst of the monsoon.
Around the time of its arrival, the normal rainfall increases suddenly and continues constantly for several days. This is known as the ‘burst’ of the monsoon, and can be distinguished from the pre$-$monsoon showers.

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