Class 7 Social Science - KERALA
Geography: Climates of India
The chapter 'Climates of India' in Class 7 Social Science explores the diverse weather patterns and climatic conditions experienced across the Indian subcontinent. Students learn about the tropical monsoon type of climate, the factors influencing India's climate such as latitude, altitude, distance from the sea, and relief features. The chapter details the four main seasons in India: the advancing monsoon, retreating monsoon, summer, and winter seasons. Understanding these climatic variations and seasonal cycles is crucial for Kerala (SCERT) board examinations as it forms the foundation for studying Indian agriculture, vegetation, and human life.
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Monsoon
Seasonal reversal of wind direction that brings heavy rainfall to the Indian subcontinent, derived from the Arabic word 'mausim'.
Tropical Monsoon Climate
The type of climate characterized by high temperatures and distinct wet and dry seasons, which is experienced across most parts of India.
Factors Influencing Climate
Natural conditions like latitude, altitude, relief features, and the influence of surrounding water bodies that determine the climate of a region.
South-West Monsoon
Rain-bearing winds that blow from the Indian Ocean towards the land from June to September, bringing the main rainy season to India including Kerala.
Retreating Monsoon
The season during October and November when the monsoon winds withdraw from the mainland of India, causing rain in coastal Tamil Nadu.
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Board Exam Info
This chapter typically carries around 6 to 8 marks in Kerala (SCERT) Class 7 Social Science examinations. Common question types include short notes on seasons, map-pointing of wind directions, differentiating between weather and climate, and reasons for India's diverse climatic conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between weather and climate?
Weather is the day-to-day condition of the atmosphere at a specific place, while climate is the average weather pattern of a large area studied over a long period, usually 30 years or more.
Why is India's climate called a tropical monsoon type?
India's climate is called tropical monsoon because a major part of the country lies in the tropical zone and the climate is strongly influenced by monsoon winds that cause seasonal rainfall.
Which state in India experiences the first onset of the South-West Monsoon?
Kerala is the first state in mainland India to receive the onset of the South-West Monsoon, usually by the end of May or early June.
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