UPSC 2000: Consider the following statements about the “Roaring Forties”: I. They blow uninterrupted in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. II. They blow with great strength and constancy. III. Their direction is generally from North-West to East in the Southern Hemisphere. IV. Overcast skies, rain and raw weather are generally associated with them. Which of these statements are correct?

The correct answer is option (b): II, III and IV. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.

This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2000, GS Paper 1, as Question 42. It falls under Geography > Atmosphere & Climatology.

This question is rated "moderate". It requires sound conceptual understanding of the topic.

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