4. Climate
The chapter provides an overview of the climate of India, characterized by its monsoon-type climate that includes distinct wet and dry seasons. It highlights the various factors affecting the climate, such as latitude, altitude, distance from the sea, relief features, and wind patterns. The chapter also discusses the four distinct seasons in India, the distribution of rainfall across the country, climatic regions, and the significant impact of monsoons on the Indian economy.
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What we have learnt
- Climate is defined as the average weather conditions over a long period.
- India has a unique monsoon climate influenced by several geographic factors.
- The country experiences four main seasons, each with distinct weather patterns.
Key Concepts
- -- Monsoon
- Seasonal reversal of winds that primarily affects India's weather patterns.
- -- Orographic Rainfall
- Rainfall caused when moist air is forced to rise over mountains, resulting in significant precipitation in certain areas.
- -- Western Disturbances
- Rain-bearing winds from the Mediterranean that bring winter rainfall to northwestern India.
- -- Tropical Rainy Climate
- Climate characterized by high temperatures and heavy rainfall, experienced in the Western Ghats and Northeast India.
- -- Tropical Savanna Climate
- Climate with seasonal rainfall and high temperatures, prevalent in Central and South India.
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