Q. Consider the following statements:

1. The western cyclonic disturbances are influenced from the Mediterranean region.
2. They usually influence the weather of the north and north-western regions of India.
3. Tropical cyclones that occur during the monsoon are part of the easterly flow.

Which of the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: All of the above
Notes: The western cyclonic disturbances originate from the Mediterranean region and influence the north and north-western weather of India, mainly in winter. Tropical cyclones during the monsoon and post-monsoon periods are associated with the easterly wind flow. Thus, all three statements accurately reflect the respective climatological phenomena impacting India.