Question

Which of the following is NOT a source of rainfall for Punjab and Haryana?

Options

• Western disturbances

• Arabian Sea branch of South-west monsoon

• Bay of Bengal branch of South-west monsoon

• Retreating monsoon

Answer 1

Retreating monsoon

Explanation:

• Western disturbances bring winter rainfall to Punjab and Haryana.
• The Arabian Sea branch of the Southwest monsoon also brings rain to this region.
• The Bay of Bengal branch of the Southwest monsoon affects northern India, including Punjab and Haryana.