Q166
In which season Bengal receives torrential rains and thunderstorms known as 'Kal-baisakhi'?
A.
Season of retreating monsoon
B.
Season of South-West monsoon
C.
Cold weather season
D.
Hot weather season
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
Nor-westers or Kal Baisakhi occurs in West Bengal in the hot summer monts. It occurs due to cyclones originating in the Bay of Bengal. These thunderstorms and stormy winda are good for paddy and jute.