Q. Consider the following statements about the Elephanta winds, the local winds that are prevalent in India:
  1. They blow on the Coromandel Coast of India.
  2. They blow towards south or south east
  3. They generally blow in the months of January and February
Which among the above statements is / are correct?

Answer: Only 2
Notes: The Elephanta is a strong southerly or southeasterly wind which blows on the Malabar coast of India during the months of September and October.

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