Q.

Nagpur gets scanty rainfall because it is located with reference to Sahyadri Mountains, towards –

A. windward side
B. seaward side
C. onshore side
D. leeward side
Answer» D. leeward side
Explanation: Nagpur falls in a rain-shadow region (leeward side of mountain) of the Sahyadri mountain range (Western Ghats). The windward side receives abundant rainfall from the moisture laden winds, while thy moisture- less winds characterize the other side.
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