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Disha DhankharuAIR 235· 2025

Question 8GS2GS2

Explain the rain shadow effect and its impact on precipitation and vegetation distribution.

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[Continuation discussing global examples and implications]

Global examples:

1Andes mountain range (South America) is western side is wet & east eastern side and within leads to suitable conditions for Atacama desert
2Cascades mountain range (USA) - western side wet, eastern arid & dry

The rain shadow effect is crucial in understanding local climates & biomes. It assists in agricultural planning, settlements pattern, preparing disaster management plans (eg. cloudburst likely on windward side).

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Disha Dhankharu

AIR 2352025

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GS2GS2

Topic

Government Policies and Interventions - Design, Implementation and Issues

Government Schemes and Policies

Global Rain Shadow Examples

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74

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5

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analytical

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