Q1. With reference to tropical cyclone naming in the North Indian Ocean, consider the following statements:
- The naming of tropical cyclones over the North Indian Ocean is coordinated by the WMO/ESCAP Panel on Tropical Cyclones.
- India is the sole authority responsible for naming cyclones originating in the Bay of Bengal.
- Member countries contribute names to a regional list used for naming tropical cyclones.
- The name of a cyclone indicates its intensity and the category assigned by the India Meteorological Department.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 3 and 4 only
Answer: (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is Correct: The WMO/ESCAP Panel on Tropical Cyclones coordinates the regional cyclone-naming system.
- Statement 2 is Incorrect: Cyclone names are contributed by multiple member countries, not exclusively by India.
- Statement 3 is Correct: Member countries submit names that are placed in a regional list and used sequentially.
- Statement 4 is Incorrect: Cyclone names are identifiers and do not indicate wind speed, intensity or classification.
