The term 'El Niño' literally means: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The term 'El Niño' literally means:

A. The Christ child

B. The little one

C. The warm child

D. The cold child

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

El Niño means 'the Christ child' in Spanish, named by Peruvian fishermen who noticed the warming around Christmas time.

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Correct Answer: Option A

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