{"id":37039,"date":"2024-04-08T05:41:24","date_gmt":"2024-04-08T05:41:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=37039"},"modified":"2024-04-08T05:41:25","modified_gmt":"2024-04-08T05:41:25","slug":"kallakadal-upsc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/","title":{"rendered":"Kallakadal &#8211; UPSC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-current-affairs?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Current+Affairs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Kallakadal, meaning &#8220;sea thief&#8221; in Malayalam, is a sudden coastal flooding event caused by high, distant swell waves that hit the Indian coast unexpectedly, particularly during the pre-monsoon season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: {GS-1\u2013Geography\u2013 Physical geography \u2013Climatology-Volcanoes-Important Geophysical Phenomena}<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Context:<\/strong><strong> Swell waves \u2018Kallakkadal\u201d caused panic among Kerala\u2019s coastal area.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-6.png\" alt=\"Kallakkadal\" class=\"wp-image-37040 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/168;\" \/><figcaption><strong>Kallakkadal<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e0c97fb726c\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e0c97fb726c\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#What_is_Kallakkadal\" title=\"What is Kallakkadal?&nbsp;\">What is Kallakkadal?&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#Formation_of_Kallakkadal\" title=\"Formation of Kallakkadal&nbsp;\">Formation of Kallakkadal&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#Kallakkadal_versus_Tsunami\" title=\"Kallakkadal versus Tsunami:&nbsp;\">Kallakkadal versus Tsunami:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#Current_episode\" title=\"Current episode:&nbsp;\">Current episode:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#Indian_National_Centre_for_Ocean_Information_Services_INCOIS\" title=\"Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)&nbsp;\">Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#UPSC_Civil_Services_Examination_Previous_Year_Question_PYQ\" title=\"UPSC Civil Services Examination, Previous Year Question (PYQ)\u00a0\">UPSC Civil Services Examination, Previous Year Question (PYQ)\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#Prelims\" title=\"Prelims:&nbsp;\">Prelims:&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#Q_1_Consider_the_following_statements_2020\" title=\"Q 1. Consider the following statements: (2020)&nbsp;\">Q 1. Consider the following statements: (2020)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#Q_2_At_one_of_the_places_in_India_if_you_stand_on_the_seashore_and_watch_the_sea_you_will_find_that_the_sea_water_recedes_from_the_shore_line_a_few_kilometres_and_comes_back_to_the_shore_twice_a_day_and_you_can_actually_walk_on_the_seafloor_when_the_water_recedes_This_unique_phenomenon_is_seen_at_2017\" title=\"Q:2 At one of the places in India, if you stand on the seashore and watch the sea, you will find that the sea water recedes from the shore line a few kilometres and comes back to the shore, twice a day, and you can actually walk on the seafloor when the water recedes. This unique phenomenon is seen at (2017):&nbsp;\">Q:2 At one of the places in India, if you stand on the seashore and watch the sea, you will find that the sea water recedes from the shore line a few kilometres and comes back to the shore, twice a day, and you can actually walk on the seafloor when the water recedes. This unique phenomenon is seen at (2017):&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#1_Where_is_Kallakadal_located\" title=\"1. Where is Kallakadal located?\">1. Where is Kallakadal located?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#2_What_is_Kallakadal_known_for\" title=\"2. What is Kallakadal known for?\">2. What is Kallakadal known for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#3_What_is_the_history_of_Kallakadal\" title=\"3. What is the history of Kallakadal?\">3. What is the history of Kallakadal?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#4_What_is_the_climate_of_Kallakadal\" title=\"4. What is the climate of Kallakadal?\">4. What is the climate of Kallakadal?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#5_What_are_the_people_of_Kallakadal_like\" title=\"5. What are the people of Kallakadal like?\">5. What are the people of Kallakadal like?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/kallakadal-upsc\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Kallakkadal\"><\/span><strong>What is Kallakkadal?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Kallakkadal,<\/strong> known as coastal flooding, typically happens during the <strong>pre-monsoon season (April-May<\/strong>) due to swell waves on the <strong>southwest coast of India.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>In <strong>Malayalam, &#8220;Kallan&#8221;<\/strong> translates to thief, and <strong>&#8220;Kadal&#8221;<\/strong> means sea, hence the term refers to the <strong>&#8220;ocean that arrives as a thief.&#8221;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization<strong> (UNESCO)<\/strong> officially adopted the term in <strong>2012<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Kallakkadal occurs suddenly without any precursors or local wind activity, posing challenges for coastal residents to receive advance warnings.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Nevertheless, the Indian <strong>National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS<\/strong>) has developed the Swell Surge Forecast System, which provides a seven-day warning in advance.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Formation_of_Kallakkadal\"><\/span><strong>Formation of Kallakkadal<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Kallakkadal <\/strong>is triggered by waves generated by an ocean swell, hence earning the name <strong>swells surge.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>These <strong>ocean swells <\/strong>are not a result of local winds but are rather produced by distant storms, such as hurricanes or prolonged periods of intense <strong>gale winds.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>During these <strong>storms,<\/strong> significant energy is transferred from the <strong>atmosphere to the ocean,<\/strong> resulting in the creation of exceptionally large waves.&nbsp;<\/li><li>These waves can travel vast distances, spanning thousands of kilometres from the centre of the storm until they <strong>crash onto the shoreline<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kallakkadal_versus_Tsunami\"><\/span><strong>Kallakkadal versus Tsunami:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Cause of formation:<\/strong> Strong wind system| Earthquake tremors.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Wavelength:<\/strong> Meters | Thousands of Kilometres.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Disturbance:<\/strong> No noticeable change in local winds | Underwater turbulence.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Current_episode\"><\/span><strong>Current episode:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A low-pressure system traversed the <strong>South Atlantic Ocean<\/strong>, generating robust winds that produced swell waves reaching heights of up to <strong>11 meters<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The effects of this atmospheric disturbance are expected to impact <strong>Kerala and Lakshadweep<\/strong> for approximately a week before the intensity of the waves diminishes gradually.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Additionally, regions along the eastern coast of India, including <strong>Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands<\/strong>, are also anticipated to be affected by these swell waves.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_National_Centre_for_Ocean_Information_Services_INCOIS\"><\/span><strong>Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Established in <strong>1999<\/strong> as an autonomous organisation under the <strong>Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Works as a unit of the <strong>Earth System Science Organization <\/strong>(Executive arm of MoES), New Delhi.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Location:<\/strong> <strong>Hyderabad<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Provides ocean information and advisory services and conducts ocean observations and research.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_Civil_Services_Examination_Previous_Year_Question_PYQ\"><\/span><strong>UPSC Civil Services Examination, Previous Year Question (PYQ)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prelims\"><\/span><strong><em>Prelims:<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_1_Consider_the_following_statements_2020\"><\/span><strong>Q 1. Consider the following statements: (2020)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Jet streams occur in the Northern Hemisphere only.\u00a0<\/li><li>Only some cyclones develop an eye.\u00a0<\/li><li>The temperature inside the eye of a cyclone is nearly 10\u00baC less than that of the surroundings.\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(a)<\/strong> 1 only &nbsp;<br><strong>(b)<\/strong> 2 and 3 only &nbsp;<br><strong>(c)<\/strong> 2 only&nbsp;<br><strong>(d)<\/strong> 1 and 3 only&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ans: C<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_2_At_one_of_the_places_in_India_if_you_stand_on_the_seashore_and_watch_the_sea_you_will_find_that_the_sea_water_recedes_from_the_shore_line_a_few_kilometres_and_comes_back_to_the_shore_twice_a_day_and_you_can_actually_walk_on_the_seafloor_when_the_water_recedes_This_unique_phenomenon_is_seen_at_2017\"><\/span><strong>Q:2 At one of the places in India, if you stand on the seashore and watch the sea, you will find that the sea water recedes from the shore line a few kilometres and comes back to the shore, twice a day, and you can actually walk on the seafloor when the water recedes. This unique phenomenon is seen at (2017):<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(a)<\/strong> Bhavnagar&nbsp;<br><strong>(b)<\/strong> Bheemunipatnam &nbsp;<br><strong>(c)<\/strong> Chandipur&nbsp;<br><strong>(d)<\/strong> Nagapattinam&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ans: C<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: (<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/kerala\/low-pressure-area-over-atlantic-ocean-triggered-kallakadal-incois\/article68021060.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><strong> | <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/what-is-kallakkadal-which-has-flooded-houses-in-keralas-coastal-areas-9247767\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>IE<\/strong><\/a><strong>)<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Where_is_Kallakadal_located\"><\/span><strong>1. Where is Kallakadal located?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kallakadal is a town located in the southern part of Tamil Nadu, India. It is part of the Tirunelveli district.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_Kallakadal_known_for\"><\/span><strong>2. What is Kallakadal known for?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kallakadal is known for being a major center for the production of salt. It is home to one of the largest salt factories in Asia. The town is also known for its beaches and its historical sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_the_history_of_Kallakadal\"><\/span><strong>3. What is the history of Kallakadal?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The history of Kallakadal dates back to ancient times. The town was once an important center of trade and commerce. It was also a center of learning and culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_climate_of_Kallakadal\"><\/span><strong>4. What is the climate of Kallakadal?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kallakadal has a tropical climate. The summers are hot and humid, while the winters are mild. The town receives rainfall during the monsoon season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_are_the_people_of_Kallakadal_like\"><\/span><strong>5. What are the people of Kallakadal like?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The people of Kallakadal are known for their hospitality and their friendly nature. 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