GK
INDIAN GEOGRAPHY
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Question
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Which state lies on the windward side of the Garo-Khasi hills?
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Sikkim
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Meghalaya
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Assam
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Arunachal Pradesh
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Detailed Solution. The correct answer is Cherrapunji lies on the windward side of the Khasi hills and receives rainfall from the Bay of Bengal branch of monsoon, while Shillong lies on the leeward side of the Khasi hills, which forms the rain shadow area.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Garo Hills (Pron: ˈgɑ:rəʊ) are part of the Garo-Khasi range in Meghalaya, India. They are inhabited by the Garo people. It is one of the wettest places in the world.
Detailed explanation-3: -Note:Garo, Khasi, Jaintia hills are part of Meghalaya plateau. These hills are formed in the same age as Malwa plateau.
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