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Chapter 17: Climate — Online MCQ Test

Q: Which of the following is the most important factor controlling the climate of India?

Answer: B. Monsoon winds — The Indian climate is primarily governed by the monsoon system, which brings seasonal reversal of winds and rainfall.

Q: The onset of the southwest monsoon over Kerala usually occurs in:

Answer: C. June — The southwest monsoon normally reaches the Kerala coast in early June, marking the beginning of the rainy season in India.

GEOGRAPHY · Grade 11 · CBSE(NCERT)

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Chapter 17: Climate — Important Questions & Answers (FAQ)

Frequently asked questions from CBSE(NCERT) Grade 11 GEOGRAPHY — Chapter 17: Climate, with answers and explanations. These are sample questions; the exam has its own separate question set.

Which of the following is the most important factor controlling the climate of India?

A. Altitude
B. Monsoon winds ✓
C. Ocean currents
D. Latitude

Answer: B. Monsoon winds
The Indian climate is primarily governed by the monsoon system, which brings seasonal reversal of winds and rainfall.

The onset of the southwest monsoon over Kerala usually occurs in:

A. January
B. March
C. June ✓
D. September

Answer: C. June
The southwest monsoon normally reaches the Kerala coast in early June, marking the beginning of the rainy season in India.

Why are coastal areas of India less extreme in temperature than inland areas?

A. They receive more snowfall
B. They are influenced by the moderating effect of the sea ✓
C. They are always at higher altitude
D. They are farther from the equator

Answer: B. They are influenced by the moderating effect of the sea
The sea heats and cools slowly, so coastal regions experience smaller temperature differences than interior regions.

Which of the following correctly explains why Jaisalmer is hotter than Mumbai in summer?

A. Jaisalmer is at a lower latitude than Mumbai
B. Mumbai is influenced by the sea, while Jaisalmer is far inland ✓
C. Mumbai is at a much higher altitude
D. Jaisalmer receives ocean currents directly

Answer: B. Mumbai is influenced by the sea, while Jaisalmer is far inland
Mumbai has a maritime climate that moderates temperature, whereas Jaisalmer has a continental climate with more extreme heat.

Which of the following best matches the NCERT description of the Indian climate region?

A. Equable throughout the year with no seasonal wind reversal
B. Tropical monsoon climate with seasonal rhythm and regional variation ✓
C. Cold desert climate with uniform snowfall
D. Mediterranean climate with winter rainfall only

Answer: B. Tropical monsoon climate with seasonal rhythm and regional variation
India is described as having a tropical monsoon climate, characterized by seasonal wind reversal and strong regional differences in rainfall and temperature.