What are the key differences between receding and advancing monsoons
Discuss the key differences between receding and advancing monsoons and how they impact the economy of India?
- Advancing monsoon is when the monsoon winds move from the southern hemisphere to the northern hemisphere, while receding monsoon is when the winds move from the northern hemisphere to the southern hemisphere.
- The advancing monsoon brings rainfall to the southern region of India, while the receding monsoon brings rainfall to the northern region of the country.
- The advancing monsoon usually begins in June and lasts until September, while the receding monsoon usually starts in October and lasts until December.
- The agriculture sector in India is heavily dependent on these monsoons.
- Advancing monsoons bring fresh water resources, increasing groundwater reserves, and help grow summer crops such as rice, sugarcane, and cotton.
- However, late or irregular onset of the monsoon can lead to crop failures and economic losses for farmers.
- Receding monsoons help grow rabi crops such as wheat and mustard, but have less impact on the overall economy.
- Irregular rainfall or droughts caused by monsoons can lead to economic losses, which can negatively impact the overall economy of India.
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