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Which of the two are more frequent in India : Cyclones or tornadoes?

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The occurrence of cyclones is more frequent and common in India compare to tornadoes. The genesis of cyclones over the India seas is highly seasonal, with primary maximum in the post- monsoon season (mid- September to December) and secondary maximum during the premonsoon season (April to May).
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