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प्रश्न
What is meant by a ‘Rain Shadow’ area?
उत्तर
The leeward side of the hill is called ‘Rain Shadow’ area which remains dry because the winds are blocked by the hills.
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The source of the winter rain to Tamil Nadu.
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