Chapter: India – Climate
D.W. (Difficult Words)
1. Experience
2. Mawsynram
3. Coromandel
4. Drought
5. Cyclones
6. Autumn
7. Scanty
8. Tropical
Definitions
1. Climate – Average condition of atmosphere over a long period.
2. Loo – Hot winds that blow over northern India in summers.
3. Monsoon winds – Seasonal winds that bring rainfall.
4. Season – Time of the year.
5. Weather – The condition of atmosphere over a short period.
6. Q&A: South India and Seasons
1. Oral Q1. Why is South India less hot and more humid?
A1. South India is less hot and more humid in summer season because it is surrounded
by the sea on three sides (Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, Indian Ocean).
2. Q2. Name the three main seasons of India.
A2. The three main seasons of India are Summer, Rainy, and Winter.
3. Q3. When does the Coromandel Coast receive rainfall?
A3. The Coromandel Coast receives rainfall between November to January.
4. Q4. What type of climate is experienced in desert regions?
A4. Desert regions experience hot summers, very little or no rainfall, and cold winters.
5. Q3. What is the effect of the western disturbances on India?
A3. Strong winds from the west are called western disturbances. They cause rainfall in
the plains and snowfall in the mountains. This is the time when the weather becomes
extremely cold and foggy
6. Q4. Mention the features of spring and autumn seasons.
A4. Following are the features of spring and autumn seasons:
Basis Spring Season Autumn Season
Before the summer season (Mid- Just after the rainy season (October
Occurrence
February – March end) – November)
Effects on New leaves on the trees and different
Trees shed their leaves
trees flowers bloom
Temperature Warm Cool
7. Differentiate between mountain and semi-arid climatic regions.
Basis Mountain Climate Semi-arid Climate
Summer Cool summers Hot summers
Monsoon Rainy monsoon Little rainfall
Winter Very cold winters Cool winters
8. Seasonal fruits are beneficial for our health. Why do you think we should have
only seasonal fruits?
Ans. We should eat seasonal fruits because they are fresh and available to us at
reasonable prices.
9. Think & Answer
Why do you think the rainy season is important for Indian agriculture?
The rainy season is important for Indian agriculture because good rainfall makes the
soil fertile and rainwater is used for irrigation.
Characteristics and Long Questions
Q. List the characteristics of humid sub-tropical climate.
A. Following are the characteristics of humid sub-tropical climate:
1. Hot summers
2. Cool winters, cold northern areas
3. Rainy monsoon more in eastern areas
Q. What are the factors that cause the main seasons in India?
A. Factors like variation in temperature, rainfall, and winds cause the three main seasons
in India.
Q. Write a short note on the summer season of India.
A.
1. The summer season begins from the middle of March and continues till the end of
June, which is the hottest month.
2. In summer, the days are longer than the nights.
3. People enjoy fruits like mangoes and watermelons and wear cotton clothes.