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When the annual rainfall is less than normal for a prolonged period over an area, it is considered as:
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When the annual rainfall is less than normal for a prolonged period over an area, it is considered as:

A.

Agricultural drought

B.

Hydrological drought

C.

Meteorological drought

D.

Seasonal drought

Correct option is C


Meteorological drought occurs when the annual rainfall is significantly below the normal average over a prolonged period. It is the initial stage of drought and can trigger other types of droughts.

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