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Which among the following local storms is essential for the early ripening of mangoes in Kerala and coastal Karnataka?

ALoo

BBlossom Shower

CMango Shower

DNor’westers

Answer:

C. Mango Shower

Read Explanation:

Mango Shower

  • Towards the end of summer, there are pre-monsoon showers which are a common phenomena in Kerala and coastal areas of Karnataka.

  • Locally, they are known as mango showers since they help in the early ripening of mangoes.


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