Which one of the following winds is not a planetary wind? (UPSC Prelims 1991)

Q. Which one of the following winds is not a planetary wind? (UPSC Prelims 1991)
Answer: Monsoon
Notes: Planetary winds are also known as permanent winds. The trade winds, the Easterlies and the Westerlies are known as planetary or permanent winds as they continuously blow throughout the year. These winds always blow in a particular direction. Monsoon is not a planetary wind.

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