Consider the following about droughts in India 1 More than 50 of the country is prone...........

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Consider the following about droughts in India.

1. More than 50% of the country is prone to drought in varying degrees.

2. Department of Land Resources is the nodal agency for managing drought conditions in India.

3. Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) is the designated agency for providing drought early warning and forecasting.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

1 and 2 only

2 only

1 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

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Explanation:

About 68% of the country suffers from drought. 35% which receives rainfall between 750 mm and 1125 mm is considered drought prone while 33% receiving less than 750 mm is chronically drought prone.
The ministry of Agriculture and Farmer welfare manages draughts in India.