Which of the following is the primary reason for the Mango Showers in Kerala and Karnataka? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is the primary reason for the Mango Showers in Kerala and Karnataka?
A. Convection
B. Orographic lifting
C. Western Disturbances
D. Cyclones
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Mango Showers are pre-monsoon rain showers that occur in Kerala and Karnataka, caused by local convection and atmospheric instability, beneficial for mango cultivation.

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