2026 · Q75
Consider the following statements regarding cyclones in India :
- 1More cyclones occur in the Bay of Bengal than in the Arabian Sea.
- 2On an average, 12 to 15 tropical cyclones form every year.
- 3Tropical cyclones occur continuously throughout the year.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- A1 only
- B1 and 3
- C2 and 3
- D2 only
Explanation
The Bay of Bengal accounts for far more cyclones than the Arabian Sea — statement 1 is correct. The North Indian Ocean averages only about 5–6 tropical cyclones per year, not 12–15 — statement 2 is false. Tropical cyclones in India are strongly seasonal (pre- and post-monsoon), not continuous through the year — statement 3 is false. Hence only statement 1 is correct.