UPSC Geography The origin and evolution of the earth Question Bank Universe / Sun / Planets / Earth

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    Consider the following diagram [NDA 2012-II]  In the diagram given above, what does A denote?

    A)  Doldrums

    B)  Trade winds

    C)  Westerlies

    D)  Easterlies

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     A region of the globe found over the oceans near the equator in the intertropical convergence zone and having weather characterized variously by calm air, light winds, or squalls and thunderstorms is called Doldrums.


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