Cyclone Amphan Impact and Response

Cyclone Amphan struck India and Bangladesh on May 20, 2021, leading to 72 fatalities and widespread displacement. The Indian government, led by Narendra Modi, plans to visit affected areas and provide compensation to victims. Significant structural damage occurred, including the collapse of a hangar at Kolkata airport. The cyclone has since weakened and moved towards Bangladesh. The Indian Meteorological Department continues to monitor the situation.

On which date did Cyclone Amphan hit the coasts of India and Bangladesh?

• May 20, 2021

• May 18, 2021

• May 24, 2021

• May 22, 2021

How many casualties were reported in India due to Cyclone Amphan?

• 82

• 62

• 52

• 72

What compensation amount was announced for those affected by Cyclone Amphan?

• 2.5 lakh rupees

• 3.5 lakh rupees

• 5.5 lakh rupees

• 4.5 lakh rupees

Which Indian state did Prime Minister Narendra Modi plan to visit after Cyclone Amphan?

• Bihar

• Assam

• West Bengal

• Odisha

What significant structural damage was reported in Kolkata due to Cyclone Amphan?

• Damaged airport hangar

• Destroyed railway station

• Flooded streets

• Collapsed bridge

Which two districts in West Bengal were reported to be completely destroyed by Cyclone Amphan?

• Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri

• Howrah and Hooghly

• East and West Midnapore

• North and South 24 Parganas

As Cyclone Amphan weakened, in which direction did it move?

• Southwest

• Southeast

• Northeast

• Northwest

How far was Cyclone Amphan from Kolkata when it started weakening?

• 200 km

• 250 km

• 300 km

• 350 km

Which organization provided updates on Cyclone Amphan's weakening status?

• Indian Space Research Organisation

• Indian Meteorological Department

• National Disaster Management Authority

• Ministry of Home Affairs

What was the expected change in Cyclone Amphan's intensity according to the meteorological updates?

• Change direction

• Weaken

• Strengthen

• Remain the same