Question

Select a season of your choice and give the following details:

1. Time of the year -
2. Characteristics- crops, festivals, etc.
3. Features/changes - climate/weather/temperature etc.
4. Advantages/Disadvantages -

Answer 1

1. Time of the year:
   The Winter season - begins from the end of November and stays till the end of February.
2. Characteristics:
   The crops that are grown in the winter season in India are known as Rabi crops. These crops are sown in the month of October and harvested in spring. Wheat, barley, sesame, gram, and mustard are some examples of crops grown in the winter season. The festivals that are celebrated on a large scale in India during the winter season are - Diwali, Christmas, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Lohri, Republic Day, etc.
3. Features/Climate:
   During the winter season, the weather in India changes from the hot and humid to the cool and dry. The average winter temperature ranges between 10-15 degrees Celsius, with the coldest months being December and January.
4. Advantages/Disadvantages:
   The winter season in all parts of India, except the North, is a respite from the scorching October heat. It is the most-awaited season, apart from the monsoon, as it helps people enjoy the outdoors without having to worry about getting a heatstroke. However, winters in the north of India can be quite extreme. With thick fog, snowfall, hailstorms, etc. survival becomes quite difficult at times.