The term 'Indian Ocean Dipole' was first used by which scientist? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The term 'Indian Ocean Dipole' was first used by which scientist?
A. J. Bjerknes
B. H. H. Lamb
C. N. Saji and T. Yamagata
D. Sir Gilbert Walker
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The term Indian Ocean Dipole was introduced by N. Saji and T. Yamagata in 1999. Sir Gilbert Walker is known for the Southern Oscillation, J. Bjerknes for ENSO theory, and H. H. Lamb for climate studies.

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