Geography • Indian GeographyHard
The 'Dangs' district and the Surat hinterland in Gujarat receive local pre-monsoon showers that are vital for the early flowering of certain regional crops. What are these local winds commonly called?
A. Kalbaisakhi
B. Bardoli Chheerha✓ Correct Answer
C. Mango Showers
D. Cherry Blossoms
💡 Solution & Explanation
Bardoli Chheerha are violent pre-monsoon thunderstorms occurring in Assam and surrounding eastern regions during the summer months, which prove beneficial for early tea cultivation. Localized convective showers take different names across India, such as Kalbaisakhi in West Bengal or Mango Showers in Kerala.
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