India's Monsoons and Climate Change

What is the main cause of the devastating monsoon season in India?

• Human-caused climate change

• Natural weather cycles

• Urban development only

• Deforestation only

How long does the monsoon season in India typically last?

• June to August

• May to July

• June to September

• July to October

What was the increase in rainfall in Himachal Pradesh during the second week of July compared to usual?

• 200%

• 431%

• 150%

• 300%

What are the consequences of unregulated development mentioned in the text?

• Improved infrastructure

• Enhanced agricultural productivity

• Increased soil erosion and disrupted natural drainage systems

• Decreased flood risk

What is the role of the Indian Air Force during the monsoon season?

• Providing medical aid

• Airlifting stranded tourists

• Weather forecasting

• Building temporary shelters

What is the estimated property damage in Himachal Pradesh since June?

• $1.42 million

• $1.42 billion

• $142 million

• $142,000

What does rising global temperatures cause according to the text?

• More water to evaporate and heavy rainfall events

• More consistent rainfall

• Decreased monsoon intensity

• Less evaporation

What is the Indian federal government's target for clean energy production by 2030?

• 750 gigawatts

• 100 gigawatts

• 200 gigawatts

• 500 gigawatts

How many people died in Himachal Pradesh from extreme rain-related incidents between 2017 and 2022?

• Around 100

• Around 1,500

• Around 6,000

• Around 240

What is the main recommendation of Himachal Pradesh's comprehensive climate action plan?

• Increasing tourism

• Expanding urban areas

• Creating a fund to research climate challenges

• Building more dams