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5 August 2026

Karnataka monsoon rainfall deficit

The data provides specific context on monsoon variability which is useful for illustrating issues related to agricultural productivity and disaster management, though it is a localized event rather than a national policy or landmark development.

1 min read Day 21 of 24 1 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Karnataka experienced a cumulative southwest monsoon rainfall deficit of 29% between June 1 and August 4.
  • Data provided by the Karnataka State Natural Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) indicates 357 mm of actual rainfall against a normal of 506 mm for the period.
  • Monthly breakdown: June recorded a 42% deficit (116 mm vs 199 mm normal); July recorded a 29% deficit (192 mm vs 271 mm normal).
  • While June was classified as 'deficit', July was classified as 'normal' despite the percentage departure.
  • Early August (August 1-4) showed a positive trend with 49 mm of rainfall against a normal of 35 mm, a 39% surplus.

Part of a longer story

This is day 21 of 24 in El Nino impact on India's monsoon, which has been running since 21 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Analyze the implications of erratic monsoon patterns on state-level disaster management frameworks in India, with reference to the recent rainfall trends in Karnataka. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. According to the Karnataka State Natural Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) data for the period between June 1 and August 4, what was the cumulative rainfall departure for the state?

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