Question 671
Nor'wester in Assam is known as by which of the following name?
Answer
Bordoisila
Why?
The Correct Answer is Bordoisila Key Points In Assam , the Nor'wester is locally known as Bordoisila . What is Bordoisila? Bordoisila is the name given to strong pre-monsoon thunderstorms that occur in Assam during the months of April and May . These storms bring: Heavy rain Strong winds Lightning and thunder Often cause destruction to crops and infrastructure In Assamese folklore, Bordoisila is personified as a fierce wind goddess — the daughter of the Earth who visits her mother once a year, causing stormy weather.
