What is the wind condition of the north of the Himalayas in winter?

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This area experiences high pressure

This area gets the thin air pressure

There is no change in area

None of the above

answer is A.

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In the north of the Himalayas, winter experiences high pressure.
Himalayas act as the climatic barrier affecting the wind as well as the water systems of India. It prevents cold winds from Central Asia and acts as a barrier to the monsoon winds causing rainfall. During winter, heavy snowfall occurs in the Himalayas due to incoming low-pressure weather systems. A high-pressure region prevails north of the Himalayas during this period. The high altitude of the Himalayas results in a varied climatic region. The foothills are generally warmer. Moving up the altitude, the climate turns colder. Heavy snowfall is experienced in the northern regions of the Himalayas during winter, resulting in a high-pressure region's development.

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