5.3.3. Western Disturbances

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are western disturbances?

   Hint

   Think about what affects winter weather in India.

2. 2.

   Name one state affected by western disturbances.

   Hint

   It's in the northern part of India.

3. 3.

   What is the primary effect of western disturbances?

   • Floods
   • Winter rainfall
   • Tropical storms

   Hint

   Consider what these systems do in winter.

4. 4.

   Western disturbances are significant for which crop season?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the crops that rely on winter rains.

5. 5.

   Discuss the potential economic effects on Northern India if western disturbances were to significantly decrease in frequency due to climate change.

   Hint

   Analyze what might happen to farmers and food supply.

6. 6.

   Propose a water management strategy that factors in the variability of western disturbances for sustainable agriculture.

   Hint

   Think about how farmers can adapt to changing weather patterns.