Towards the close of the summer season, pre-monsoon showers are common, especially in Kerala and Karnataka. These showers are referred to as ____________.

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) Mango showers.

The pre-monsoon showers that occur in Kerala and Karnataka towards the end of summer are called Mango showers. They are also known as April rains or summer showers. 

Explanation:

• Mango showers are a common phenomenon in Kerala, Karnataka, Konkan, and Goa. 
• They are caused by thunderstorms that develop in the Bay of Bengal. 
• These showers can range from light showers to heavy rains with thunder. 
• They help mangoes ripen early, which is why they are called Mango showers.