Which factor causes 'Kumkum Showers' in Karnataka?
- Northeast Monsoon
- Pre-monsoon showers
- Western Disturbances
- Retreating Monsoon
Answer: Pre-monsoon showers
Kumkum Showers are pre-monsoon rainfall in Karnataka during March-April that help in coffee flowering. These showers are caused by convective activity and moisture from the Arabian Sea. They are crucial for the state's plantation economy.