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Which pre-monsoon rainfall phenomenon occurring towards the end of summer in Kerala and coastal Karnataka is famously known for assisting in the early ripening of mangoes?

  1. Mango ShowersAnswer
  2. B
    Kalbaisakhi (Nor'westers)
  3. C
    Loo
  4. D
    Blossom Showers

Answer

Mango Showers
Mango Showers are local pre-monsoon thunderstorm events occurring in southern India (Kerala and Karnataka) near the end of spring/summer. They bring essential moisture that prevents young mangoes from falling early and facilitates their rapid ripening.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the geographical region and phenomenon described in the stem.
The region is Kerala and coastal Karnataka towards the end of summer.
Pre-monsoon local winds and thunder showers occur across different regions of India with distinct local names.
2
Match the specific agricultural impact to the corresponding pre-monsoon shower name.
The rain that aids the early ripening of mangoes is termed 'Mango Showers'.
These showers prevent fruit drop and accelerate fruit development in mango orchards prior to the arrival of the main monsoon.

Key Concept

Pre-monsoon local weather phenomena and shower systems of India
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Climate, Weather Systems, and Monsoon of India

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