Cherapunji receives more rainfall than Shillong because:

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A. the former is nearer to the sea A.
B. the air of different densities and temperatures tends to converge towards Cherapunjl from different directions during the rainy season B.
C. Cherapunji is located on the windward side of the Khasi Hills while Shillong is on the leeward side C.
D. convective precipitation brings more rain at Cherapunji D.

Correct Answer: C সঠিক উত্তর: C

Explanation ব্যাখ্যা

Cherrapunji receives more rainfall than Shillong because Cherrapunji is located on the windward side of the Khasi Hills, while Shillong is on the leeward side. Cherrapunji is on the windward side of the Khasi Hills, which means it faces the Bay of Bengal and receives rainfall from the southwest monsoon winds.
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