Flowering of “Mrig Bahar” crop of guava occurs in:

Correct option is C

In guava (Psidium guajava) cultivation, the term " Bahar" refers to a specific flowering and fruiting season. Guava trees can flower multiple times in a year depending on the region and management practices.
Key Points:
· Mrig Bahar:
· "Mrig" means rainy season.
· In Mrig Bahar, flowering occurs during June–July, which corresponds to the onset of the monsoon season.
· The fruits of this flowering appear during winter (December–January), which is the best season for high-quality guava fruits.
· Importance:
· Fruits from Mrig Bahar are generally sweeter, better in flavor, and highly marketable.
· Farmers prefer Mrig Bahar for main commercial harvest due to favorable climatic conditions during fruit development.
Other Options Explained:
· (a) February – March:
· Flowering for Ambe Bahar.
· (b) April – May:
· Not typical for main flowering in guava.
· (d) September – October:
· Corresponds to Hasth Bahar flowering.