GK
INDIAN GEOGRAPHY
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Question
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‘October heat’ is caused due to ____
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Absence of rain
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Combination of high temperature and excessive humidity
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Dry hot weather
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None of these
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -During this time skies are clear and there’s a drop in night temperature. The land remains moist. This combination of high temperature and humidity gives rise to oppressive weather. This is commonly known as ‘October heat’.
Detailed explanation-2: -October heat is referred to the oppressive weather conditions that prevail during month of October-November over most of India.
Detailed explanation-3: -Explanation: From September to November, monsoon winds start retreating. Thus, the weather becomes extreme with high heat and humidity.
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