Which of the following is NOT a reason for excessive cold in north India?

The correct answer is Equatorial current. Key Points

• Equatorial current is not a reason for excessive cold in north India.
• It is a warm ocean current that flows towards the west and affects the climate of regions near the equator.
• The Himalayas are the highest mountain range in the world and play a significant role in shaping the climate of north India.
• The region is also influenced by the monsoon winds that bring rainfall during the summer months.​

Additional Information

• Distance from the sea is a reason for excessive cold in north India because the absence of a moderating influence of the sea makes the winters harsh and the summers hot.
• Cold winds from the Caspian Sea are a reason for excessive cold in north India because they bring dry and cold air to the region and cause a drop in temperature.
• Snowfall in the Himalayas is a reason for excessive cold in north India because it leads to the formation of glaciers and snow cover that reflect sunlight and reduce the amount of heat absorbed by the ground.