Question

India Meteorological Department (IMD) brings a ray of hope for India's agricultural sector and weather patterns in the upcoming year. After grappling with ‘below normal’ rains and dry conditions in 2023, the forecast suggested above-normal rainfall in certain regions, including the southernmost parts of peninsular India, northwest India, and several parts of east-central, east, and northeast India - Investing.com (01.11.2023)

1. As a student of Geography, what according to you may be the possible reason for the ‘below normal’ rains in 2023?
2. During which months of the year does most of India receive major amount of its rainfall?

Answer 1

1. Global warming/El Nino effect
2. June to September