Correct option is C
Introduction
"Blossom Showers" are pre-monsoon showers that occur mainly in the states of Kerala and Karnataka in South India, typically in March-April. They are crucially important because they help the
coffee flowers to bloom (blossom), which is essential for a good harvest, hence their name. A similar phenomenon, the "Mango Shower" (or pre-monsoon showers), is beneficial for the ripening of mangoes in the same regions.
Information Booster
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Phenomenon: These are pre-monsoon showers, also known as 'Cherry Blossom Showers'.
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Region: Predominantly occur in the southern states of India, especially Kerala and Karnataka.
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Crop Benefit: They are crucial for the flowering and subsequent yield of
coffee plants.
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Time of Occurrence: Usually happen during the months of March and April.
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Yield Improvement: The showers ensure that the coffee flowers are properly pollinated, leading to a better crop yield.
Additional Points
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Flowers and
Tea: While beneficial to plants in general, the term "Blossom Shower" is specifically associated with the flowering of coffee in South India.
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Mango: The pre-monsoon showers beneficial for the early ripening of mangoes are specifically called
"Mango Showers" in Kerala and coastal Karnataka.