5.3.1. Southwest Monsoon

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the primary season when the Southwest Monsoon occurs?

   Hint

   Think about when the majority of India's rainfall happens.

2. 2.

   Where does the Southwest Monsoon hit India first?

   Hint

   Recall the state widely recognized for its beaches and backwaters.

3. 3.

   When does the Southwest Monsoon typically arrive in India?

   • May
   • June
   • July

   Hint

   Think about the beginning of the rainy season.

4. 4.

   True or False: The monsoon winds come from the northeast.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember which direction the winds flow from.

5. 5.

   Evaluate how climate change might impact the behavior of the Southwest Monsoon in the coming decades.

   Hint

   Think about how global warming might influence local climates.

6. 6.

   Design a conservation approach that can help manage water resources affected by monsoon variability.

   Hint

   Remember to consider both rural and urban water needs.