Description : What kind of diseases are more prevalent during monsoon season ?
Last Answer : Colds and coughs are more common in the rainy season.
Description : In which season is the frequency of tropical cyclones in the Bay of Bengal maximum? [I. Tax & Central Excise 1991] (a) During monsoon (b) After summer (c) During winter (d) During autumn
Last Answer : Ans: (b)
Description : During the monsoon season rainfall decreases from the Ganga delta to the Punjab plains. It is because: (a) monsoon current moves westward along the Ganga plain and becomes drier (b) western regions are warmer than ... (c) hills do not form barriers for winds (d) the area is far away from the sea
Last Answer : Ans: (a)
Description : Which of the following two States are prone to cyclones during retreating Monsoon season? (1) Karnataka and Kerala (2) Punjab and Haryana (3) Bihar and Assam (4) Andhra Pradesh and Orissa
Last Answer : (4) Andhra Pradesh and Orissa Explanation: The retreat of the Monsoon which generally occurs between September and November brings with it another peak in cyclone origination, noted for its ... Tamil Nadu receives heavy rainfall from these winds as the retreating monsoon winds are moisture laden.
Description : If 20% or more area of the country suffers from rain deficits during monsoon season. It is termed as – (1) flood year (2) drought year (3) famine year (4) self sufficient year
Last Answer : (2) drought year Explanation: According to Indian Meteorological Department. when the rainfall deficiency for the country as a whole is more than 10% of normal and more than 20% of the country' ... by drought conditions (rainfall deficit), the situation is defined as an all-India drought year.
Description : Has anyone been to India in Monsoon season?
Last Answer : Though I haven't been to India in Monsoon season, I did go to South Africa and we had to trek through forests and cross rivers and stuff too. All I know is that I got wet. Very wet. The rain ... . I have friends who went on school trips to the Himalayas and they loved it so I hope you have fun!
Description : Write three differences between summer monsoon season and retreating monsoon season. -Geography
Last Answer : Summer Monsoon Season Retreating Monsoon 1. These winds blow during the months of June, July, August and September. 1 These winds blow during the months of October and November. 2. These cause heavy ... to land. 3. The retreat of the monsoon is marked by clear skies and rise in temperature.
Description : Which region does not receives much rainfall in the south-west monsoon season? -General Knowledge
Last Answer : The answer is 'Tamil Nadu coast'
Last Answer : Tamil nadu lies on the leeward side for the southwest monsoon winds and receives lesser rainfall. Once the monsoon starts retreating after mid- September, North east monsoon sets in during mid-October.
Description : What kind of vegetables should be eaten in monsoon season ?
Last Answer : The rainy season is on. During this time bacterial infections increase and various diseases can occur. How healthy the body will be depends on the diet at this time. So it is important to choose the ... fry. If not, you may suffer from stomach ache. NDTV , GenNews and India Today. Mintu Hossain
Description : Which of the following is recognised as a season by the meteorological department of India ? (a) Cold weather (b) Hot weather (c) Retreating monsoon (d) North-eastern monsoon
Last Answer : Ans: (d)
Description : Match the following types of climate with respective regions: [IAS 2003] A. Monsoon type with dry summer 1. Interior Peninsula B. Monsoon type with dry winter 2. Indian Plain C. Monsoon type with short dry season 3. S. E. Coast D. Semi-Arid ... D (a) 3 2 4 1 (b) 2 4 1 3 (c) 4 1 3 2 (d) 1 3 2 4
Description : Which of the following statements about Kharif and Rabi is not correct? (1) Kharif season begins with the onset of monsoon season and harvested in late Spring (2) Kharif season begins with the onset ... rice, millets, jute, maize and cotton; important Rabi crops are wheat, gram, barley and linseed
Last Answer : (1) Kharif season begins with the onset of monsoon season and harvested in late Spring Explanation: Kharif crops refer to the planting, cultivation and harvesting of any domesticated plant sown in the ... for autumn harvest and may also be called the summer or monsoon crop in India and Pakistan.
Description : Which region does not receives much rainfall in the south-west monsoon season
Last Answer : Tamil Nadu coast
Description : Comparative Environment Impact Assessment study is to be conducted for: (A) the whole year (B) three seasons excluding monsoon (C) any three seasons (D) the worst season
Last Answer : (A) the whole year
Description : Chikungunya is spread by mosquito
Last Answer : Aedes aegyptii
Description : Chikungunya is infection caused due to
Last Answer : alpha virus or Chik-V
Description : The meaning of Chikungunya in Makonde language is
Last Answer : that which bends up.
Description : The word Chikungunya is derived from
Last Answer : Makonde language
Description : Give reason: A person becomes susceptible to Chikungunya and Dengue infection.
Last Answer : The mosquito (Aedes aegyptii) which spreads both Chikungunya and Dengue bites during the day time and it is likely to go unnoticed as it does not cause skin irritation. Hence a person is more susceptible to Chikungunya and Dengue fever easily.
Description : Name the mosquito responsible for spreading both Chikungunya and Dengue fever.
Description : Mention the methods to prevent the spread of Chikungunya.
Last Answer : a) Avoid stagnation of water especially during monsoon season. b) Clear water collected in coconut shells, waste containers like unused pots etc. c) Control the disease by killing immature ... light coloured clothing. f) Use safe mosquito repellents and mosquito nets to prevent mosquito bite.
Description : How does Chikungunya spread?
Last Answer : The mosquitoes(Aedes aegyptii) breed in stagnant water. They bite during the day. They are most active early in the morning and late afternoon.
Description : Write the symptoms of Chikungunya.
Last Answer : a) Symptoms of Chikungunya include: o b) Fever up to 40 C or 104F. c) Rashes on the trunk region and occasionally on the limbs. d) Severe pain in multiple joints. e) Headache, conjunctivitis and ... last for two to five days. g) Joint pain may last for much longer period some times for years.
Description : How is Chikungunya transmitted?
Last Answer : Chikungunya is transmitted to humans by a mosquitoes belonging to the species Aedes aegyptii.
Description : What is Chikungunya?
Last Answer : Chikungunya is a disease caused due to alpha virus also known as Chik-V.
Description : What is the cure for Chikungunya disease ?
Last Answer : : Chikungunya disease is not very deadly. This disease is usually caused by Aedes mosquito bites. No cure has been found for this disease. If you take ocimum sac with the advice of a homeopath ... pills or powder. Osimam sactum is a liquid medicine used in herbal medicine taken from basil leaves.
Description : What are the carriers of Chikungunya ?
Last Answer : Aedes mosquito infected with Chikungunya virus. It spreads in a manner similar to dengue (dengue) or Zika virus.
Last Answer : to bend or wrinkle.
Last Answer : Aedes mosquito is the carrier of both diseases.
Last Answer : The main symptoms of Chikungunya are fever and joint pain. At this time the body temperature rises a lot. It often rises to 104 degrees. However, there is no shivering or sweating. Fever may ... is a risk of getting dengue fever four times. However, once chikungunya usually does not happen anymore.
Last Answer : Aedes Mosquitoes Bite Chikungunya Is.
Description : Read the following four statements (A-D). (A) Colostrum is recommended for the new born because it is rich in antigens. (B) Chikungunya is caused by a Gram negative bacterium. (C) Tissue culture has proved useful ... . How many of the above statements are wrong? (a) Two (b) Three (c) Four (d) One
Last Answer : (B) Chikungunya is caused by a Gram negative bacterium.
Description : Chikungunya is a a) Bacterial disease b) Viral disease c) Fungal infection d) None of the above
Last Answer : b) Viral disease
Description : Chikungunya Symptoms and Cure
Last Answer : Chikungunya Symptoms and Cure Most of us suffer from joint pains at some point of time, but if you are suffering from intense joint pain which does not let you move, beware this may ... must limit the exposure to further mosquito bites in order to prevent additional spreading the virus infection.
Description : The population of an insect species shows and explosive increase in numbers during rainy season followed by its disappearance at the end of the season
Last Answer : The population of an insect species shows and explosive increase in numbers during rainy season followed ... Its population growth curve is of J-type
Description : The population of an insect species shows an explosive increase in numbers during rainy season followed by its disappearance at the end of the season. What does this show? (a) The food plants ... The population of its predators increases enormously. (d) S-shaped or sigmoid growth of this insect.
Last Answer : (b) Its population growth curve is of J-type.
Description : 1. What type of wind is ‘Monsoon? What is its direction during summer? 2. Mention two characteristics of the Indian monsoon. -Geography
Last Answer : 1. Periodic, Wind 2. Seasonal reversal of winds. Hot and humid summer whereas cold and dry winter.
Description : The river known as ‘Ghaggar Hakra’ flows only during the monsoon.
Last Answer : The river known as ‘Ghaggar Hakra’ flows only during the monsoon.
Description : How do the Central Asian highlands affect the Indian climate? (a) The low pressure in these areas intensifies the cold during the winter (b) The atmospheric pressure in this region has an effect on ... (d) The atmospheric pressure in this region has an impact on the onset of monsoon in India
Description : Consider the following statements: 1. The south-west monsoon causes heavy rainfall in the Shillong plateau. 2. The north-east monsoon causes the rainfall over Orissa coast during winter. Which of these statements is/are correct ? [CDS 2003] (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Description : Which of the following causes rainfall during winters in the north-western part of India? (1) Western disturbances (2) Cyclonic depression (3) Southwest monsoon (4) Retreating monsoon
Last Answer : (1) Western disturbances Explanation: A Western Disturbance is an extratropical storm originating in the Mediterranean region that brings sudden rain to the northwestern parts of the Indian subcontinent ... westerlies. Western Disturbances are important for the development of the Rabi crop (wheat).
Description : Though there is no single theory which can explain the origin of south west monsoon, however it is believed that the main mechanism is the differential heating of land and sea during: (1) Winter months (2) Summer months (3) Cyclonic storms (4) South-west trade wind flow
Last Answer : (2) Summer months Explanation: According to the thermal theory, during the hot subtropical summers, the massive landmass of the Indian Peninsula heats up at a different rate than the ... relief, cooling adiabatically and leading to Orographic rains, better known as the southwest monsoon.
Description : During monsoon, the rice crop of eastern states of India shows lesser yield due to limiting factor of (a) CO2 (b) light (c) temperature (d) water.
Last Answer : (b) light
Description : Excessive soil moisture, late in the season cause. a. Decrease in TSS decrease in dry matter b. Increase in TSS decrease in dry matter c. Decrease in TSS increase in dry matter d. None of above
Last Answer : Decrease in TSS increase in dry matte