Monsoon MCQ — 2 Practice Questions with Answers

Monsoon is a Geography of India topic in the RAS/RPSC syllabus. This page gathers exam-style Monsoon multiple-choice questions with correct answers and explanations, so aspirants can test recall and revise frequently examined concepts.

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Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the Southwest Monsoon onset over Kerala in May 2026: 1. The normal date for Southwest Monsoon onset over Kerala is 15 May. 2. The IMD declared the onset over Kerala on 26 May 2026, nearly a week ahead of the normal date. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A Both 1 and 2

B 1 only

C 2 only Correct

D Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Only statement 2 is correct. The normal date for Southwest Monsoon onset over Kerala is 1 June (not 15 May). The IMD declared the 2026 onset over Kerala on 26 May 2026, nearly a week ahead of the normal 1 June date, making it one of the earliest onsets recorded in nearly two decades.

Q2. Consider the following statements regarding IMD criteria for declaring the Southwest Monsoon onset over Kerala: 1. At least 60 per cent of the 14 designated rain stations must record 2.5 mm or more rainfall on two consecutive days. 2. The criteria require evaluation of wind speed/direction and outgoing longwave radiation (OLR) signatures. 3. The Southwest Monsoon brings approximately 75 per cent of India's annual rainfall. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A 1 and 2 only

B 2 and 3 only

C 1 and 3 only

D 1, 2 and 3 Correct

Explanation

All three statements are correct. IMD onset criteria: (1) 60 per cent of designated rain stations must record 2.5 mm or more on two consecutive days; (2) Wind and OLR signatures must align with monsoon dynamics; (3) The Southwest Monsoon brings about 75 per cent of India's annual rainfall and is crucial for agriculture, drinking water and hydropower.

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