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प्रश्न
Give one example of ‘Rain Shadow’ areas in India.
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उत्तर १
An example of a ‘Rain Shadow’ area in India is the Arabian Sea branch: Chennai lies on the leeward side of the Western Ghats and falls under the Rain Shadow.
उत्तर २
One example of a rain shadow area in India is the leeward side of the Western Ghats. The moisture-laden summer monsoon winds bring heavy rainfall to the windward side (the western side) of the Western Ghats, resulting in lush forests and high precipitation. However, these winds lose most of their moisture by the time they cross over the mountains, leaving the leeward (eastern) side dry with very little rainfall. This region often faces acute water shortages and sparse vegetation, making it a classic example of a rain shadow area in India.
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