Tue. Jun 9th, 2026

The Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) influences cyclogenesis in the Indian Ocean. What outcome is typically associated with a Negative IOD phase concerning the formation of tropical cyclones?

Options:
  1. More cyclones in the Arabian Sea
  2. Suppression of cyclogenesis in the Bay of Bengal
  3. Stronger than usual cyclogenesis in the Bay of Bengal
  4. Increased rainfall over Central India

Option: C