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Q1. On which date did the India Meteorological Department (IMD) declare the onset of the Southwest Monsoon over Kerala in 2026, making it one of the earliest onsets recorded in nearly two decades?

A 1 June 2026 (the normal onset date)

B 30 May 2026, two days ahead of the normal date

C 26 May 2026, nearly a week ahead of the normal date Correct

D 20 May 2026, almost twelve days ahead of the normal date

Explanation

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) declared the onset of the Southwest Monsoon over Kerala on 26 May 2026, nearly a week ahead of the normal arrival date of 1 June, making it one of the earliest onsets recorded in two decades. Isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall was observed over Kerala and Tamil Nadu, while severe heat wave conditions persisted over Northwest India with Delhi maximum temperatures forecast between 43 and 45 degrees Celsius on 26 and 27 May under the IMD Heat Action Plan.

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