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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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