If the monsoon is normal how can farming benefit?

Correct answer: Help in soil moisture and irrigation

The direct answer is A: normal monsoon rain can help soil moisture and irrigation. Crops need water for germination, growth, and the formation of flowers and grains. When the monsoon is near normal, rain adds moisture to the soil, fills ponds and reservoirs, and may increase the water available for irrigation. This can reduce dependence on costly pumping, although the exact benefit depends on timing and distribution of rain. Option A is correct because it links normal rainfall with the water needs of farming. Option B is wrong because adequate monsoon rain usually supports river flow rather than making all rivers dry. Option C is wrong because crops cannot normally grow without water; rain or another water source is essential. Option D is wrong because normal rain does not always make land barren; it generally supports cultivation, though excessive or poorly timed rain can also cause damage. The reasoning is: normal monsoon, more soil moisture and stored water, better water supply, and possible farming benefit. Exam cue: connect a normal monsoon with agriculture, soil moisture, reservoirs, and irrigation, while remembering that abnormal excess or shortage can create problems.