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Question

Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the Lightning?

A Lightning strikes have caused 1,771 deaths between April 1, 2019 and March 31, 2020, according to a report prepared by Climate Resilient Observing Systems Promotion Council on lightning incidents in India.
B Odisha had 11.20 lakh plus lightning strikes, the highest in the country.
C Both A & B
D None of these
Answer & Explanation
Option: Both A & B

Explanation:

Lightning strikes have caused 1,771 deaths between April 1, 2019 and March 31, 2020, according to a report published on December 31 on lightning incidents in India. Odisha had 11.20 lakh plus lightning strikes—the highest in the country—with only 200 casualties. During Cyclone Fani, the state saw more than one lakh intense lightning strikes on May 3 and May 4 in 2019.
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