Geography
Give two points of difference between the Arabian Sea branch and the Bay of Bengal branch of South-West Monsoon Winds.
Answer
| Arabian Sea branch of South-West Monsoon Winds | Bay of Bengal branch of South-West Monsoon Winds |
|---|---|
| It enters Indian landmass after blowing over a vast open sea. During this period, it collects a lot of moisture. | It travels a shorter distance and carries less moisture. |
| It hits against the Western Ghats as soon as it blows over the land. | It has to travel a long distance over land before it hits against the mountains. |
Related Questions
Give a geographical reason for each of the following:
(i) Western Rajasthan receives no rain from the Arabian Sea branch of the South-West Monsoon winds.
(ii) Mangalore is not cold even in the month of December.
(iii) Even in summer Shimla is cooler than Delhi.
State the benefits that are derived from the local winds that blow in summer in the following areas:
(i) Kerala
(ii) West Bengal
Name any two states that receive rain in January-February from North-East Monsoons.
Give a geographical reason for each of the following:
(i) Western part of Rajasthan is a desert region.
(ii) Kochi has a lower annual range of temperature than Agra.
(iii) The Northern plains and Punjab receive winter cyclonic rain in winter.