Q. Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:
List-I (Famous Local Storm) A. Mango shower B. Blossom shower C. Norwesters D. Loo
List-II (Place/Area) 1. Punjab to Bihar 2. Kerala 3. Karnataka Coastal Areas 4. West Bengal
Codes:
a) 3 2 1 4
b) 4 1 3 2
c) 3 2 4 1
d) 1 3 2 4
Question from UPPSC Prelims 2024
Correct Answer: (c) 3 2 4 1.
Explanation:
1. Mango Shower: These are pre-monsoon showers that occur in the southern states of India, particularly in Karnataka Coastal Areas. They are called “Mango Showers” because they help in the ripening of mangoes. Hence, it matches with 3.
2. Blossom Shower: These are pre-monsoon showers that occur in Kerala. They are important for coffee plantations as they help in the blossoming of coffee flowers. Hence, it matches with 2.
3. Norwesters: These are violent thunderstorms that occur in the eastern parts of India, particularly in West Bengal and surrounding areas. Hence, it matches with 4.
4. Loo: This is a hot and dry wind that blows during the summer season in northern India, particularly from Punjab to Bihar. Hence, it matches with 1.
The correct answer is (c) 3 2 4 1.
