Nagpur gets scanty rainfall because it is located with reference to Sahyadri Mountains, towards – (1) windward side (2) seaward side (3) onshore side (4) leeward side

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(4) 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 moistureless winds characterize the other side.

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