The violent pre-monsoon storms of the Himalayan region in Bengal are known as:
Correct answer: D. Kalbaisakhi (Nor'westers)
- A. Dust devils
- B. Mango showers
- C. Andhi
- D. Kalbaisakhi (Nor'westers)
Explanation
Kalbaisakhi, or Nor'westers, are fierce thunderstorms that strike Bengal before the monsoon.
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