Over which water body did Cyclone Murasu develop in November 2026?

Options

  • A. Arabian Sea
  • B. Bay of Bengal
  • C. Indian Ocean
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. Bay of Bengal

Detailed Explanation

Correct Answer: Bay of Bengal
  • Origin: Southwest and adjoining Westcentral Bay of Bengal.
  • Formation: Developed from a deep depression.
  • Named: 1 November 2026.
  • Landfall: South Andhra Pradesh coast.
  • Landfall Date: 3 November 2026.
  • Landfall Time: Approximately 3:30 AM to 5:30 AM IST.
  • Majorly Affected Region: Andhra Pradesh and adjoining Tamil Nadu.
  • Monitoring Agency: India Meteorological Department (IMD).