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Climate change and oceanography: a GS1 and GS3 case study on monsoon variability and marine biodiversity.
Scientists at the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) predicted that El Niño conditions will persist until April 2027, threatening India's monsoon and marine ecosystems.
INCOIS predicts El Niño persistence until April 2027. The phenomenon is expected to cause higher sea surface temperatures, marine heatwaves, and reduced coastal upwelling along India's west coast.
Which specific geographical feature is predicted to experience reduced coastal upwelling due to persistent El Niño conditions?
Answer: (a) India's west coast — The note specifically notes that reduced coastal upwelling is expected along India's west coast.
Q. Discuss the impact of El Niño on India's monsoon patterns and marine biodiversity, and suggest measures to mitigate the resulting ecological and economic damage.
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Keywords: El Niño · Marine Heatwaves · Coastal Upwelling · Monsoon Variability · Marine Biodiversity
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