Mango shower is associated with which one of the following states?

Question

Mango shower is associated with which one of the following states?

1. A. Punjab and Haryana
2. B. Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
3. C. Gujarat and Odisha
4. D. Kerala and Karnataka (Correct answer)

Correct Answer

Option D — Kerala and Karnataka

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Kerala and Karnataka.

Key Points

• Mango shower refers to pre-monsoon rainfall that occurs in Kerala and Karnataka, which helps in the ripening of mangoes.
• It is also known as "Blossom Shower" in the context of coffee plantations.
• These are convectional rains that occur during the hot summer months (March–May) in these states.