MCQs – Monsoon patterns (India)

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: May 19, 2025

1. : The onset of the southwest monsoon in India is usually observed in which month?
(A) May
(B) June
(C) July
(D) August

2. : The southwest monsoon winds in India are characterized by their:
(A) Dry and cool nature
(B) Warm and moist nature
(C) Hot and dusty nature
(D) Strong and gusty nature

3. : The northeast monsoon in India brings rainfall mainly to which region?
(A) Northern India
(B) Western India
(C) Eastern India
(D) Southern India

4. : The “break” in the monsoon refers to:
(A) A sudden increase in rainfall intensity
(B) A temporary pause or interruption in rainfall activity
(C) The onset of the monsoon season
(D) The retreat of monsoon winds from the Indian subcontinent

5. : Which of the following phenomena is associated with the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) and influences the Indian monsoon?
(A) El Niño
(B) La Niña
(C) Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO)
(D) Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD)