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In the context of the Indian monsoon mechanism, what is the primary role of the 'Somali Jet'?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. It causes the retreat of the monsoon over the Coromandel coast.
  2. It drives the winter rainfall in northwestern India.
  3. It triggers the formation of severe cyclones in the Bay of Bengal.
  4. It intensifies the strength of the South-West Monsoon winds.

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: It intensifies the strength of the South-West Monsoon winds.

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) It intensifies the strength of the South-West Monsoon winds. šŸ“š Explanation: The Somali Jet is a low-level cross-equatorial wind flow that develops during the summer months off the coast of East Africa (Somalia). It plays a highly critical role in driving the moisture-laden winds aggressively towards the Indian subcontinent. A stronger Somali Jet directly correlates with a more vigorous and active South-West Monsoon over India.