Long Period Average Flashcards
1
Q
What is Long Period Average (LPA) ?
A
It is the avg rainfall received by the country as a whole during S-W monsoon for 50yr period
2
Q
How does it help ?
A
It helps to set a benchmark
3
Q
How is it classified ?
A
Deficient - <90% of LPA Below normal - 90% to 96% of LPA Normal - 96% to 104% of LPA Above normal - 104% to 110% of LPA Excess - >110%
4
Q
Who gives LPA ?
A
IMD
5
Q
Which ministry is IMD under ?
A
Ministry of Earth Sciences
