Question

Briefly explain the role of the Himalayas in determining the climate of India during:
(a) the hot weather season;
(b) the southwest monsoon season;
(c) the cold weather season; and
(d) the retreating monsoon season.​

Answer 1

Answer:

During the south west monsoon season, the Himalayas play an important role in determining the amount of rainfall received by several places in the country. They act as a barrier to the South west monsoon winds coming from the Indian Ocean. These winds when strike the mountains bring rainfall to the northern plains.