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Q. A rain shadow zone is present in India

A
Along the western slopes of the Eastern Ghats
B
Along western flanks of the Aravallis
C
Along the eastern slopes of the Western Ghats
D
Along the northern flanks of the Vindhyas

Correct Answer

Along the eastern slopes of the Western Ghats

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