Number of Meteorological Subdivisions in India
Last updated May 30, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option C —
36
Key Facts about Meteorological SubdivisionsDefinition: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) divides the country into specific geographic regions called meteorological subdivisions based on similar climatic and rainfall characteristics rather than strictly following administrative state boundaries.
Broad Regional Grouping: These 36 subdivisions are further clustered into 4 homogeneous regions for macro-level monsoon forecasting:
Northwest India
Central India
South Peninsular India
East and Northeast India
Unique Boundaries: While some subdivisions align with state borders (e.g., Kerala, Punjab), larger states are often divided into multiple subdivisions (e.g., Uttar Pradesh is split into East Uttar Pradesh and West Uttar Pradesh; Rajasthan into East Rajasthan and West Rajasthan) to ensure meteorological accuracy.
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