Question

During July-August, the highest number of monsoon low pressure systems form over

• A. Arabian Sea.
• B. Bay of Bengal.
• C. South India.
• D. Himalayan foothills.

Hint:

Monsoon low-pressure systems typically form over large bodies of warm water such as the Bay of Bengal, which provides the necessary energy for their development.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The Bay of Bengal is the region where the highest number of monsoon low-pressure systems form during the months of July-August, which is the peak of the Indian summer monsoon season. These low-pressure systems are responsible for the heavy rainfall experienced in the region. The reason the Bay of Bengal experiences the highest number of low-pressure systems is due to its warm waters. The Bay of Bengal is a large body of water, and the heat from the ocean surface provides the necessary energy for the formation of cyclonic systems. These systems develop into monsoon depressions or cyclones that bring rainfall to the Indian subcontinent, particularly during the monsoon months. Let's look at the options: Arabian Sea (Option A): The Arabian Sea does experience some low-pressure systems during the monsoon, but the Bay of Bengal experiences a higher frequency of these systems during the monsoon season. Bay of Bengal (Option B): As discussed, the Bay of Bengal is the primary location for the formation of low-pressure systems during the monsoon, and this is the correct answer. South India (Option C): While South India receives a significant amount of rainfall during the monsoon, the low-pressure systems that form over the Bay of Bengal are responsible for this rainfall, not the landmass of South India itself. Himalayan foothills (Option D): The Himalayan foothills do not experience the highest number of monsoon low-pressure systems, as these systems primarily form over the Bay of Bengal. Thus, the correct answer is (B) Bay of Bengal, where the highest number of monsoon low-pressure systems form during July-August. Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{(B) Bay of Bengal.}}. \]