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The general direction of flow of summer monsoon in India is

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

Answer options

  1. Assam
  2. West Bengal
  3. Maharashtra
  4. Kerala

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Kerala

Explanation: The correct answer is D. Kerala. The summer monsoon in India generally advances from the southwest, hitting the Kerala coast first around June 1. From there, it moves north-eastward covering most parts of India. This monsoon winds blow from the Indian Ocean towards the subcontinent, bringing heavy rainfall. Kerala is considered the entry point of the southwest monsoon. Hence, the monsoon reaches Kerala first before advancing to other regions.