Tropical cyclones in the Indian Ocean are classified by the IMD based on: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Tropical cyclones in the Indian Ocean are classified by the IMD based on:
A. Rainfall amount
B. Wind speed
C. Size
D. Pressure
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) classifies tropical cyclones based on their sustained wind speeds (Depression, Cyclonic Storm, Severe Cyclonic Storm, Very Severe Cyclonic Storm, etc.).

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