1. Which of the Following Statements are True?
1. The Tropic of Cancer passes through the central part of India in an east-west direction.
2. The northern part of India lies entirely in the tropical zone.
3. Southern India experiences smaller temperature variations due to the oceanic effect.
4. The Himalayas block cold winds from Central Asia, lending a tropical touch to India’s climate.

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1, 3, and 4 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, 3, and 4

2. Which of the Following Statements are True?
1. Western disturbances cause winter rainfall in northern India.
2. These disturbances originate over the Mediterranean region.
3. They bring snowfall to the plains of Punjab.
4. Western disturbances weaken as they move towards central India.

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2, 3, and 4 only
c) 1, 2, and 4 only
d) All of the above

3. Which of the Following Statements are True?
1. The Indian Ocean is warmer than the North Indian Plains in summer.
2. Monsoonal winds are caused by the temperature-pressure differences between land and sea.
3. The southwest monsoon brings moisture to India, leading to heavy rainfall.
4. Northeastern monsoons bring rain to western India during October.

a) 1 and 4 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1, 2, and 3 only
d) 2, 3, and 4 only

4. Which of the Following Statements are True?
1. The Himalayas prevent cold winds from Central Asia, protecting India from severe winters.
2. The Himalayas influence the monsoons by forcing the winds to release moisture.
3. The northern slopes of the Himalayas receive more rainfall than the southern slopes.
4. The Himalayan region is predominantly arid.

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 4 only
c) 1, 2, and 3 only
d) All of the above

5. Which of the Following Statements are True?
1. The Indian climate is characterised by a complete reversal of winds in different seasons.
2. Southwest winds blow during winter, bringing heavy rains.
3. The northeast trade winds dominate India’s winter climate.
4. The summer monsoons cause over 80% of India’s annual rainfall.

a) 1 and 3 only
b) 1, 3, and 4 only
c) 2 and 4 only
d) All of the above

6. Which of the Following Statements are True?
1. The cold weather season in India spans December to February.
2. During this season, northern India remains cooler than southern India.
3. Cyclonic activity is a significant feature of the cold weather season.
4. Low temperatures and high-pressure systems dominate the plains during this season.

a) 1 and 4 only
b) 1, 2, and 4 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) All of the above

7. Which of the Following Statements are True?
1. India’s coastal areas experience smaller diurnal temperature variations.
2. The Thar Desert has large day-night temperature differences.
3. The Andaman Islands have an annual temperature range of 15-20°C.
4. In Tawang, summer temperatures can rise above 50°C.

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1, 2, and 3 only
c) 2 and 4 only
d) All of the above

8. Which of the Following Statements are True?
1. The retreating monsoon season occurs during October-November.
2. Cyclonic activity is common in eastern India during this period.
3. The retreating monsoons bring rainfall to northern India.
4. Southern India receives post-monsoon showers during this time.

a) 1 and 3 only
b) 1, 2, and 4 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) All of the above

9. Which of the Following Statements are True?
1. Jet streams influence the onset of the monsoon in India.
2. Tropical easterly jet streams are dominant during the summer monsoons.
3. Jet streams originate in the lower layers of the atmosphere.
4. The westerly jet stream affects India’s winter weather.

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 4 only
c) 1, 2, and 4 only
d) All of the above

10. Which of the Following Statements are True?
1. Kerala receives heavy rainfall due to its location on the windward side of the Western Ghats.
2. Bangalore lies in the rain-shadow region, receiving less rainfall.
3. The northern slopes of the Himalayas are wetter than the southern slopes.
4. Mawsynram is one of the wettest places on Earth.

a) 1, 2, and 4 only
b) 1 and 4 only
c) 1, 3, and 4 only
d) All of the above