Statement I: The amount of dust particles in the atmosphere is more in subtropical and temperate areas than…

Statement I: The amount of dust particles in the atmosphere is more in subtropical and temperate areas than in equatorial and polar regions. Statement II: Subtropical and temperate areas have less dry winds. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
  1. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I
  2. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct but Statement II does not explain Statement I
  3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is not correct
  4. Statement I is not correct but Statement II is correct

Solution

Statement I is correct — subtropical/temperate latitudes have more dust due to deserts and dry winds. Statement II is incorrect — these regions actually have MORE dry winds, not less.

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2025

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