Question

    A situation when the rainfall deficiency is 25% or more

    of long term average, it is classified as
    A Meteorological drought Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Hydrological drought Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Atmospheric drought Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Physiological drought Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The India Meteorological Department (IMD) defines Meteorological drought in any area when the rainfall deficiency in that area is ≥26% of its long term normal.

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