🌍 Climates of India
Chapter 3 – Questions & Answers
Q1. What is climate?
Answer: Climate is the average weather condition of a place over a long period of time.
Q2. What are the main seasons in India?
Answer: The main seasons in India are summer, monsoon (rainy), winter, and spring.
Q3. What is monsoon?
Answer: Monsoon is a seasonal wind that brings heavy rainfall to India, mainly during June to September.
Q4. What factors affect the climate of India?
Answer: Latitude, altitude, distance from the sea, winds, and relief features affect the climate of India.
Q5. How do mountains affect climate?
Answer: Mountains block cold winds and cause rainfall by forcing moist air to rise and cool.
Q6. What is the importance of monsoon in India?
Answer: Monsoon is important for agriculture, water supply, and overall economy of India.
Q7. What type of climate does India have?
Answer: India has a tropical monsoon climate.
Q8. How does distance from sea affect climate?
Answer: Coastal areas have moderate climate, while inland areas experience extreme temperatures.
Q9. Why is climate important?
Answer: Climate affects agriculture, lifestyle, vegetation, and economy.