Which of the following best explains why Mumbai receives rainfall mainly from the southwest monsoon and very little from the northeast monsoon?

Options:

• A: Mumbai is located on the east coast
• B: Mumbai lies on the west coast, directly facing moisture-laden southwest winds from the Arabian Sea
• C: Mumbai has no coastal exposure
• D: Mumbai lies in a rain shadow region throughout the year

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