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In the Indian subcontinent the Tropical cyclones are known as __________.

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Tornadoes
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Hurricanes
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Cyclones
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Typhoons
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Solution

The correct option is C Cyclones
Tropical cyclones are known by different names in different parts of the world. In the Indian subcontinent, they are called cyclones. Along the coasts of the US, they are called Hurricanes, whereas in the south east Asia along the coasts of China and Japan they are called Typhoons.

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