Which are the much dreaded evening thunderstorms and showers in Bengal and Assam?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) Nor’westers

Explanation:
• Nor'westers, locally known as 'Kalbaishakhi' in Bengal, are violent, dreaded evening thunderstorms that occur in the pre-monsoon season in Bengal and Assam.
• They bring heavy rain, strong winds, and sometimes hail, which can cause significant damage to crops and property.

Information Booster:
• Despite the destruction, these showers are useful for tea, jute, and rice cultivation in Assam and West Bengal.

Additional Knowledge:
• Mango showers (Option B): Pre-monsoon showers in Kerala and Karnataka that help in the early ripening of mangoes.
• Blossom showers (Option D): Occur in Kerala and nearby areas, essential for the blooming of coffee flowers.
• Loo (Option C): Hot, dry, and oppressive summer winds blowing over the northern plains of India.