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Which of the following two countries are divided by the Palk Strait?- a)India and Pakistan
- b)India and Bangladesh
- c)India and Maldives
- d)India and Srilanka
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following two countries are divided by the Palk Strait?
a)
India and Pakistan
b)
India and Bangladesh
c)
India and Maldives
d)
India and Srilanka
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꧁༒gundagi༒꧂ ꧁༒विरेश༒꧂ answered |
Across the sea to the south, lie our island neighbours— Sri Lanka and Maldives. Sri Lanka is separated from India by the Palk Strait.
What are Kingri-Bingri, Neeti-Mana?- a) Passes
- b) Rivers
- c) Mountains
- d) Religious places
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
What are Kingri-Bingri, Neeti-Mana?
a)
Passes
b)
Rivers
c)
Mountains
d)
Religious places
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Alok Verma answered |
Kingri - Bingri, Neeti - Mana are Passes.
Which of the following passes is in Arunachal Pradesh? - a) Bomdila Pass
- b) Rohtang Pass
- c) Bara Lachan Pass
- d) Shipki La Pass
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following passes is in Arunachal Pradesh?
a)
Bomdila Pass
b)
Rohtang Pass
c)
Bara Lachan Pass
d)
Shipki La Pass
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वर्तिका answered |
Bomdila pass is a Mountain pass located in Arunachal Pradesh.
Regarding the Himalayas, which of the following statements are true?1. Their width varies from 400 Km in Kashmir to 150 Km in Arunachal Pradesh.
2. They have come up during the Tertiary epoch under Alpine earth movement.
3. The altitudinal variations are greater in the eastern half than those in the western half.Select the correct answer using the codes given below:- a)1 and 2 only
- b)2 and 3 only
- c)1 and 3 only
- d)1, 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Regarding the Himalayas, which of the following statements are true?
1. Their width varies from 400 Km in Kashmir to 150 Km in Arunachal Pradesh.
2. They have come up during the Tertiary epoch under Alpine earth movement.
3. The altitudinal variations are greater in the eastern half than those in the western half.
2. They have come up during the Tertiary epoch under Alpine earth movement.
3. The altitudinal variations are greater in the eastern half than those in the western half.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a)
1 and 2 only
b)
2 and 3 only
c)
1 and 3 only
d)
1, 2 and 3
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Shilpa Chavan answered |
Statement 1 is correct
The Himalayas represent the loftiest and one of the most rugged mountain barriers of the world. They form an arc, which covers a distance of about 2,400 Km spread uninterruptedly from Jammu & Kashmir in the west to Arunachal Pradesh in the east. Their width varies from 400 Km in Kashmir to 150 Km in Arunachal Pradesh.
The Himalayas represent the loftiest and one of the most rugged mountain barriers of the world. They form an arc, which covers a distance of about 2,400 Km spread uninterruptedly from Jammu & Kashmir in the west to Arunachal Pradesh in the east. Their width varies from 400 Km in Kashmir to 150 Km in Arunachal Pradesh.
Statement 2 is correct
They are one of the newest fold mountains of the world and they have come up during the Tertiary epoch under Alpine earth movement.
They are one of the newest fold mountains of the world and they have come up during the Tertiary epoch under Alpine earth movement.
Statement 3 is correct
The altitudinal variations are greater in the eastern half than those in the western half, which is why high mountain peaks like Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga are present in the Eastern Himalayas.
The altitudinal variations are greater in the eastern half than those in the western half, which is why high mountain peaks like Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga are present in the Eastern Himalayas.
The hill range that separates the State of Manipur from the State of Nagaland is known As - a) Arakan hills
- b) Patkai hills
- c) Barail hills
- d) Manipur hills
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
The hill range that separates the State of Manipur from the State of Nagaland is known As
a)
Arakan hills
b)
Patkai hills
c)
Barail hills
d)
Manipur hills
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Ojasvi Mehta answered |
The Barail range Separates Manipur and Nagaland.
Which one of the following peaks is the highest? - a) Nanda Devi
- b) Kanchenjunga
- c) Godwin Austin
- d) Nanga Parbat
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which one of the following peaks is the highest?
a)
Nanda Devi
b)
Kanchenjunga
c)
Godwin Austin
d)
Nanga Parbat
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Amit Sharma answered |
Godwin Austen (K2) is the highest peak in the given options. It is the world’s second tallest peak It is located in the Karakoram Range of the Himalaya in Northern Kashmir. Its height is 8611m.
Consider the following statements:1. Western Himalayas extend till west of River Kali whereas Eastern Himalayas extend from Kali to Brahmaputra river.
2. Western Himalayas have less biodiversity in comparison to the eastern Himalayas.
3. Altitude is higher in Western Himalayas than the Eastern Himalayas.Which of the above statements is/are correct concerning the comparison of Western Himalayas to Eastern Himalayas?- a)1 only
- b) 2 only
- c)2 and 3 only
- d)1 and 2 only
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
1. Western Himalayas extend till west of River Kali whereas Eastern Himalayas extend from Kali to Brahmaputra river.
2. Western Himalayas have less biodiversity in comparison to the eastern Himalayas.
3. Altitude is higher in Western Himalayas than the Eastern Himalayas.
2. Western Himalayas have less biodiversity in comparison to the eastern Himalayas.
3. Altitude is higher in Western Himalayas than the Eastern Himalayas.
Which of the above statements is/are correct concerning the comparison of Western Himalayas to Eastern Himalayas?
a)
1 only
b)
2 only
c)
2 and 3 only
d)
1 and 2 only
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Bhupender Sharma answered |
Altitude is more in western part because of its heigher peaks rather than eastern part .
but if we go via variation in altitude then eastern part hai more variation in altitude rather than western part.
but if we go via variation in altitude then eastern part hai more variation in altitude rather than western part.
Question No. 47 to 52 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions:
India is one of the ancient civilisations in the world. It has achieved multifaceted socio-economic progress during the last five decades. It has moved forward displaying remarkable progress in the field of agriculture, industry, technology, and overall economic development. India has also contributed significantly to the making of world history. India is a vast country. Lying entirely in the Northern hemisphere the mainland extends between latitudes 8°4'N and 37°6'N and longitudes 68°7'E and 97°25'E. The Tropic of Cancer divides the country into almost two equal parts. To the southeast and southwest of the mainland, lie the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Lakshadweep Islands in the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea respectively. The southernmost point of the Indian Union was submerged under the seawater in 2004 during the Tsunami.Q. Find the common link and fill in the blank accordingly in the context of India's location.
Northern : Latitude :: ________ : Longitude- a)Eastern
- b)Southern
- c)Northern
- d)Western
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Question No. 47 to 52 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions:
India is one of the ancient civilisations in the world. It has achieved multifaceted socio-economic progress during the last five decades. It has moved forward displaying remarkable progress in the field of agriculture, industry, technology, and overall economic development. India has also contributed significantly to the making of world history. India is a vast country. Lying entirely in the Northern hemisphere the mainland extends between latitudes 8°4'N and 37°6'N and longitudes 68°7'E and 97°25'E. The Tropic of Cancer divides the country into almost two equal parts. To the southeast and southwest of the mainland, lie the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Lakshadweep Islands in the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea respectively. The southernmost point of the Indian Union was submerged under the seawater in 2004 during the Tsunami.
India is one of the ancient civilisations in the world. It has achieved multifaceted socio-economic progress during the last five decades. It has moved forward displaying remarkable progress in the field of agriculture, industry, technology, and overall economic development. India has also contributed significantly to the making of world history. India is a vast country. Lying entirely in the Northern hemisphere the mainland extends between latitudes 8°4'N and 37°6'N and longitudes 68°7'E and 97°25'E. The Tropic of Cancer divides the country into almost two equal parts. To the southeast and southwest of the mainland, lie the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Lakshadweep Islands in the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea respectively. The southernmost point of the Indian Union was submerged under the seawater in 2004 during the Tsunami.
Q. Find the common link and fill in the blank accordingly in the context of India's location.
Northern : Latitude :: ________ : Longitude
Northern : Latitude :: ________ : Longitude
a)
Eastern
b)
Southern
c)
Northern
d)
Western
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Radha Iyer answered |
Northern : Latitude :: Eastern : Longitude.
PirPanjal Range in the Himalayas is a part of :- a) Shiwalik
- b) TransHimalaya
- c) Central Himalaya
- d) Lesser Himalaya
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
PirPanjal Range in the Himalayas is a part of :
a)
Shiwalik
b)
TransHimalaya
c)
Central Himalaya
d)
Lesser Himalaya
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Suresh Reddy answered |
PirPanjal Range is concerned with the lesser Himalayan region. It includes Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Kashmir (POK).
Which of the following hill / ranges is not along the international boundary with Bangladesh?- a)Garo hills
- b)Khasi hills
- c)Jantia hills
- d)Naga hills
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following hill / ranges is not along the international boundary with Bangladesh?
a)
Garo hills
b)
Khasi hills
c)
Jantia hills
d)
Naga hills
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Eshaan Kapoor answered |
The Patkai Bum, Naga Hills and Mizo Hills are along the international boundary with Myanmar while the Garo, Khasi and Jaintia Hills are located along the border with Bangladesh.
In which of the following region the Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Dhaulagiri, mountains are found?- a)Kashmir /Punjab/ Himachal Himalayas
- b)Central/ Nepal Himalayas/Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas
- c)Assam/ Eastern Himalayas.
- d)Kumaun Himalayas
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
In which of the following region the Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Dhaulagiri, mountains are found?
a)
Kashmir /Punjab/ Himachal Himalayas
b)
Central/ Nepal Himalayas/Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas
c)
Assam/ Eastern Himalayas.
d)
Kumaun Himalayas
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Meera Singh answered |
Central/ Nepal Himalayas/Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas
- These Lie in Nepal also stretches from the Kali River to the Kosi river (Nepal Himalayas) and between Kosi river to Teesta river (Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas).
- These are known for their fast-flowing rivers like ‘TEESTA’ and their Tea plantations due to good rainfall all year and mild winters. They are also known for ‘DUAR’ formations.
- Important peaks are Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Manaslu, and Gosainath.
Consider the following statements1. Southern Slopes receive more precipitation as compared to Northern Slopes.
2. Southern Slopes are covered with thick vegetation whereas Northern Slopes are generally barren.Which of the above statements is/are correct concerning the comparison of Northern slopes to Southern slopes of Himalayas?- a)1 only
- b)2 only
- c)Both 1 and 2
- d)Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements
1. Southern Slopes receive more precipitation as compared to Northern Slopes.
2. Southern Slopes are covered with thick vegetation whereas Northern Slopes are generally barren.
2. Southern Slopes are covered with thick vegetation whereas Northern Slopes are generally barren.
Which of the above statements is/are correct concerning the comparison of Northern slopes to Southern slopes of Himalayas?
a)
1 only
b)
2 only
c)
Both 1 and 2
d)
Neither 1 nor 2
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Vandana Shah answered |
Comparison between Northern and Southern slopes of Himalayas
- Precipitation: Southern Slopes receive more as compared to Northern Slopes as it lies in the rain shadow region.
- Vegetation: Southern Slopes are covered with thick vegetation whereas Northern Slopes are generally barren. The volume of precipitation decreases from the south towards the north
- Snowline: Due to a longer period of sunshine, less snow accumulates on the southern slopes than on the northern slopes.
Which one of the following statements is correct? - a)One Himalayas were formed due to faulting of the earth’s crust
- b)Himalayas are the oldest mountains
- c)Himalayas belong to the Caledonian mountain system
- d)Himalayas have risen from the Tethys Sea when the sea got compressed.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which one of the following statements is correct?
a)
One Himalayas were formed due to faulting of the earth’s crust
b)
Himalayas are the oldest mountains
c)
Himalayas belong to the Caledonian mountain system
d)
Himalayas have risen from the Tethys Sea when the sea got compressed.
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Raghavendra Iyer answered |
B)The Himalayas were formed due to volcanic activity
c)The Himalayas were formed due to erosion and weathering
d)The Himalayas were formed due to tectonic plate collision
c)The Himalayas were formed due to erosion and weathering
d)The Himalayas were formed due to tectonic plate collision
Consider the following statements:Statement-I:
The Trans-Himalayas are the Himalayan Ranges located north of the Great Himalayan Range. They span approximately 1,000 kilometers in an east-west direction.Statement-II:
The Greater Himalayas, also known as Himadri, are composed of ancient rocks like granite, gneisses, and schist. They extend southeast across northern Pakistan, India, and Nepal, curving eastwards across Sikkim and Bhutan, and turning northeast across northern Arunachal Pradesh.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?- a)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
- b)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
- c)Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
- d)Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
The Trans-Himalayas are the Himalayan Ranges located north of the Great Himalayan Range. They span approximately 1,000 kilometers in an east-west direction.
The Trans-Himalayas are the Himalayan Ranges located north of the Great Himalayan Range. They span approximately 1,000 kilometers in an east-west direction.
Statement-II:
The Greater Himalayas, also known as Himadri, are composed of ancient rocks like granite, gneisses, and schist. They extend southeast across northern Pakistan, India, and Nepal, curving eastwards across Sikkim and Bhutan, and turning northeast across northern Arunachal Pradesh.
The Greater Himalayas, also known as Himadri, are composed of ancient rocks like granite, gneisses, and schist. They extend southeast across northern Pakistan, India, and Nepal, curving eastwards across Sikkim and Bhutan, and turning northeast across northern Arunachal Pradesh.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
a)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
b)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
c)
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
d)
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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Spectrum Coaching Institute answered |
Statement-I accurately describes the Trans-Himalayas as the Himalayan Ranges situated to the north of the Great Himalayan Range, spanning about 1,000 kilometers in an east-west direction. However, Statement-II incorrectly describes the Greater Himalayas, also known as Himadri, focusing on their geological composition and orientation across various regions, which is unrelated to the Trans-Himalayas. Therefore, Statement-I is correct in the context of the Trans-Himalayas, while Statement-II is incorrect.
Which of the following statements about Nathu La Pass are correct?1. It links Sikkim with Tibet2. It was the main artery of the ancient Silk Route3. It was reopened in the year 2006Select the correct answer using the codes given below:- a) 1, 2 and 3
- b) 1 and 2
- c) 2 and 3
- d) 1 and 3
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following statements about Nathu La Pass are correct?
1. It links Sikkim with Tibet
2. It was the main artery of the ancient Silk Route
3. It was reopened in the year 2006
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a)
1, 2 and 3
b)
1 and 2
c)
2 and 3
d)
1 and 3
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Ipsita Mishra answered |
- Nathu La is a mountain pass in the Himalayas. It connects the Indian state of Sikkim with China’s Tibet Autonomous Region. The pass, at 4,310 m (14,140 ft) above mean sea level, forms a part of an offshoot of the ancient Silk Road.
- Nathumeans“listening ears” and La means“pass” in Tibetan. On the Indian side, the pass is 54 km (34 mi) east of Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. Only citizens of India can visit the pass, and then only after obtaining a permit in Gangtok.
Consider the following statements—1. Zojila Pass in PirPanjal range connects Jammu and Srinagar2. Banihal Pass connects Srinagar to Drass and Kargil.Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?- a) 1 only
- b) 2 only
- c) Both 1 and 2
- d) None of the above
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements—
1. Zojila Pass in PirPanjal range connects Jammu and Srinagar
2. Banihal Pass connects Srinagar to Drass and Kargil.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
a)
1 only
b)
2 only
c)
Both 1 and 2
d)
None of the above
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Snehal Chauhan answered |
1. Zoji La is a high mountain pass in Jammu and Kashmir, located on the Indian National Highway 10 Between Srinagar and Leh.
2. Banihal Pass is a mountain pass across the PirPanjal Range.
This mountain range connects the Kashmir Valley in the
Indian State Jammu and Kashmir to the outer Himalaya andplains to the South.
Which one of the following is the oldest mountain range in India?- a) Himalayas
- b) Aravalli
- c) Satpura
- d) Nilgiri
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which one of the following is the oldest mountain range in India?
a)
Himalayas
b)
Aravalli
c)
Satpura
d)
Nilgiri
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Amit Sharma answered |
The Aravalli Range is the oldest fold of mountains in India.
The Palghat Gap serves inland communications from
- a)Kochi to chennai
- b)Madurai to Thiruvananthapuram
- c)Pune to Mumbai
- d)Bangalore to Mangalore
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
The Palghat Gap serves inland communications from
a)
Kochi to chennai
b)
Madurai to Thiruvananthapuram
c)
Pune to Mumbai
d)
Bangalore to Mangalore
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Ojasvi Mehta answered |
Palghat Gap is situated in the Western Ghats between Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu and Palakkad in Kerala. It Facilitates the internal communication link between Kochi to Chennai.
How were the Himalayas formed according to the provided information?- a)Due to the separation of the Indo-Australian Plate and the Eurasian Plate
- b)Resulting from the splitting of the Gondwanaland continent
- c)Formed by the collision of the Indian Plate with the Eurasian Plate
- d)A consequence of the breakup of the supercontinent Pangea
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
How were the Himalayas formed according to the provided information?
a)
Due to the separation of the Indo-Australian Plate and the Eurasian Plate
b)
Resulting from the splitting of the Gondwanaland continent
c)
Formed by the collision of the Indian Plate with the Eurasian Plate
d)
A consequence of the breakup of the supercontinent Pangea
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Arindam Roy answered |
Formation of the Himalayas
The Himalayas were formed by the collision of the Indian Plate with the Eurasian Plate. This collision is known as the "Indian Plate-Eurasian Plate Collision."
Plate Tectonics
- The Earth's outer layer, known as the lithosphere, is divided into several large and small plates that float on the semi-fluid asthenosphere beneath.
- The Indian Plate was a separate tectonic plate that was once located south of the equator.
- The Eurasian Plate is a major tectonic plate that includes most of Europe and Asia.
Collision Process
- Around 50 million years ago, the Indian Plate began moving northwards towards the Eurasian Plate at a rate of about 15 cm per year.
- The collision between the two plates started around 40-50 million years ago and is still ongoing today.
- The collision resulted in the Indian Plate being forced under the Eurasian Plate in a process known as subduction.
- The intense pressure and heat generated by the collision caused the Earth's crust to fold and buckle, leading to the formation of the Himalayan mountain range.
Formation of the Himalayas
- The ongoing collision continues to uplift the Himalayas at a rate of a few millimeters per year.
- The Himalayas are still growing taller and wider due to the ongoing tectonic forces acting on the region.
The Himalayas were formed by the collision of the Indian Plate with the Eurasian Plate. This collision is known as the "Indian Plate-Eurasian Plate Collision."
Plate Tectonics
- The Earth's outer layer, known as the lithosphere, is divided into several large and small plates that float on the semi-fluid asthenosphere beneath.
- The Indian Plate was a separate tectonic plate that was once located south of the equator.
- The Eurasian Plate is a major tectonic plate that includes most of Europe and Asia.
Collision Process
- Around 50 million years ago, the Indian Plate began moving northwards towards the Eurasian Plate at a rate of about 15 cm per year.
- The collision between the two plates started around 40-50 million years ago and is still ongoing today.
- The collision resulted in the Indian Plate being forced under the Eurasian Plate in a process known as subduction.
- The intense pressure and heat generated by the collision caused the Earth's crust to fold and buckle, leading to the formation of the Himalayan mountain range.
Formation of the Himalayas
- The ongoing collision continues to uplift the Himalayas at a rate of a few millimeters per year.
- The Himalayas are still growing taller and wider due to the ongoing tectonic forces acting on the region.
Which one of the following mountain ranges is spread over only one state in India? - a) Aravali
- b) Satpura
- c) Ajanta
- d) Sahyadri
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which one of the following mountain ranges is spread over only one state in India?
a)
Aravali
b)
Satpura
c)
Ajanta
d)
Sahyadri
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Pooja Shah answered |
Ajanta Mountain range is spread over only one State i.e. Maharashtra in India.
Consider the following statements:Statement-I:
The Western Himalayas have less biodiversity in comparison to the Eastern Himalayas.Statement-II:
The altitude of the Eastern Himalayas is generally lower than that of the Western Himalayas, contributing to a warmer climate.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?- a)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
- b)Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
- c)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
- d)Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
The Western Himalayas have less biodiversity in comparison to the Eastern Himalayas.
The Western Himalayas have less biodiversity in comparison to the Eastern Himalayas.
Statement-II:
The altitude of the Eastern Himalayas is generally lower than that of the Western Himalayas, contributing to a warmer climate.
The altitude of the Eastern Himalayas is generally lower than that of the Western Himalayas, contributing to a warmer climate.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
a)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
b)
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
c)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
d)
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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S.S Career Academy answered |
- Statement-I is correct because the Eastern Himalayas indeed have greater biodiversity than the Western Himalayas.
- Statement-II is incorrect, as the Eastern Himalayas have higher elevations compared to the Western Himalayas, which contributes to different climatic conditions.
Therefore, option (B) is the correct answer
Consider the following pairs:1. Pangea and Panthalassa - 250 million years ago2. Breaking of Pangea - 100 million years ago3. Formation of Tethys Sea - After the breakup of Pangea4. Convergence of Indo-Australian and Eurasian Plates - Driven by mantle convection currentsHow many pairs given above are correctly matched?- a)Only one pair
- b)Only two pairs
- c)Only three pairs
- d)All four pairs
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following pairs:
1. Pangea and Panthalassa - 250 million years ago
2. Breaking of Pangea - 100 million years ago
3. Formation of Tethys Sea - After the breakup of Pangea
4. Convergence of Indo-Australian and Eurasian Plates - Driven by mantle convection currents
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
a)
Only one pair
b)
Only two pairs
c)
Only three pairs
d)
All four pairs
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Aim It Academy answered |
1. Pangea and Panthalassa - 250 million years ago: Correct. Pangea was a supercontinent that existed around 250 million years ago, surrounded by the vast ocean Panthalassa.
2. Breaking of Pangea - 100 million years ago: Incorrect. Pangea began to break apart around 150 million years ago, not 100 million years ago.
3. Formation of Tethys Sea - After the breakup of Pangea: Correct. The breakup of Pangea led to the formation of the Tethys Sea between Laurasia and Gondwanaland.
4. Convergence of Indo-Australian and Eurasian Plates - Driven by mantle convection currents: Correct. The convergence of these plates was driven by convection currents in the Earth's mantle.
Thus, pairs 1, 3, and 4 are correctly matched, while pair 2 is incorrect.
Consider the following passage:Characterized by high snow-covered peaks, deep valleys, interlocked spurs and High Mountain passes. Karewa soil which is famous for the saffron and other dry fruit cultivation is found here. Major Range lies in this area are Karakoram, Ladakh, Pir Panjal, Zaskar and Dhola Dhar.Which of the following region is described in the above passage?- a)Kashmir /Punjab/ Himachal Himalayas
- b)Kumaun Himalayas
- c)Central/ Nepal Himalayas/Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas
- d)Assam/ Eastern Himalayas.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following passage:
Characterized by high snow-covered peaks, deep valleys, interlocked spurs and High Mountain passes. Karewa soil which is famous for the saffron and other dry fruit cultivation is found here. Major Range lies in this area are Karakoram, Ladakh, Pir Panjal, Zaskar and Dhola Dhar.
Which of the following region is described in the above passage?
a)
Kashmir /Punjab/ Himachal Himalayas
b)
Kumaun Himalayas
c)
Central/ Nepal Himalayas/Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas
d)
Assam/ Eastern Himalayas.
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Pooja Shah answered |
Kashmir /Punjab/ Himachal Himalayas
- These Lie in J&K, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and in some parts of Punjab. Lies between the Indus and Satluj river
- Characterized by high snow-covered peaks, deep valleys, interlocked spurs and High Mountain passes. Karewa soil which is famous for the saffron and other dry fruit cultivation is found here.
- Important ranges are Karakoram, Ladakh, Pir Panjal, Zanskar and Dhauladhar.
Consider the following statements:1. The Shiwalik or Outer Himalayas are the southernmost range of the Himalayas and lie between the Middle Himalayas in the north and the Indo-Gangetic Plains in the south.2. The Purvanchal or Eastern Hills extend from Arunachal Pradesh in the north to Mizoram in the south, serving as India's border with Myanmar.3. The Kumaon Himalayas, also known as Garhwal Himalayas in the west, lie between the Indus River in the west and the Sutlej River in the east.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?- a)1 Only
- b)1 and 2 Only
- c)1 and 3 Only
- d)1, 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
1. The Shiwalik or Outer Himalayas are the southernmost range of the Himalayas and lie between the Middle Himalayas in the north and the Indo-Gangetic Plains in the south.
2. The Purvanchal or Eastern Hills extend from Arunachal Pradesh in the north to Mizoram in the south, serving as India's border with Myanmar.
3. The Kumaon Himalayas, also known as Garhwal Himalayas in the west, lie between the Indus River in the west and the Sutlej River in the east.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a)
1 Only
b)
1 and 2 Only
c)
1 and 3 Only
d)
1, 2 and 3
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Wizius Careers answered |
1. Shiwalik or Outer Himalayas: The first statement is correct. The Shiwalik or Outer Himalayas are the southernmost range of the Himalayas, lying between the Middle Himalayas in the north and the Indo-Gangetic Plains in the south. This is a well-established geographical fact about the Himalayan ranges.
2. Purvanchal or Eastern Hills: The second statement is also correct. The Purvanchal or Eastern Hills extend from Arunachal Pradesh in the north to Mizoram in the south and serve as India's border with Myanmar. This correctly describes the geographical extent and significance of these hills.
3. Kumaon Himalayas: The third statement is incorrect. The Kumaon Himalayas, also known as Garhwal Himalayas in the west, lie between the Satluj River in the west and the Kali River in the east, not between the Indus River and the Sutlej River. The region between the Indus River and the Sutlej River is known as the Punjab Himalayas.
Thus, the correct answer is Option B.
Which of the following landforms occupy the North-Western parts of Bihar State?- a) Someshwar Hilly Range
- b) Kaimur Plateau
- c) Nawada Hilly Region
- d) Rajgir Hilly Region
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following landforms occupy the North-Western parts of Bihar State?
a)
Someshwar Hilly Range
b)
Kaimur Plateau
c)
Nawada Hilly Region
d)
Rajgir Hilly Region
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Sanjay Rana answered |
Someshwar Hilly Range occupies the North-Western part of Bihar State.
Considering the locations of mountains in India, which one among the following is in the right sequence from south to north? - a) Doddabetta, Kailash, Dhaulagiri, Vindhyachal
- b) Doddabetta, Vindhyachal, Dhaulagiri, Kailash
- c) Dhaulagiri, Kailash, Doddabetta, Vindhyachal
- d) Dhaulagiri, Vindhyachal, Doddabetta, Kailash
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Considering the locations of mountains in India, which one among the following is in the right sequence from south to north?
a)
Doddabetta, Kailash, Dhaulagiri, Vindhyachal
b)
Doddabetta, Vindhyachal, Dhaulagiri, Kailash
c)
Dhaulagiri, Kailash, Doddabetta, Vindhyachal
d)
Dhaulagiri, Vindhyachal, Doddabetta, Kailash
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Disha Chakraborty answered |
The correct sequence of mountains in India from south to north is:
b) Doddabetta, Vindhyachal, Dhaulagiri, Kailash
Explanation:
1. Doddabetta: Doddabetta is the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills of the Western Ghats. It is located near Ooty in the state of Tamil Nadu. Doddabetta is known for its scenic beauty and is a popular tourist destination.
2. Vindhyachal: Vindhyachal is not a mountain but a range of hills in central India. It is located in the states of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. The Vindhyachal range is known for its rich biodiversity and is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus.
3. Dhaulagiri: Dhaulagiri is not located in India, but in Nepal. It is the seventh highest mountain in the world and is part of the Himalayas. Dhaulagiri is known for its challenging climbing routes and is a popular destination for mountaineers.
4. Kailash: Kailash is not located in India either, but in Tibet, an autonomous region of China. It is considered a sacred mountain by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Bon followers. Mount Kailash is known for its religious significance and is a popular pilgrimage site.
Therefore, the correct sequence of mountains in India from south to north is Doddabetta, Vindhyachal, Dhaulagiri, Kailash, which is option b) Doddabetta, Vindhyachal, Dhaulagiri, Kailash.
b) Doddabetta, Vindhyachal, Dhaulagiri, Kailash
Explanation:
1. Doddabetta: Doddabetta is the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills of the Western Ghats. It is located near Ooty in the state of Tamil Nadu. Doddabetta is known for its scenic beauty and is a popular tourist destination.
2. Vindhyachal: Vindhyachal is not a mountain but a range of hills in central India. It is located in the states of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. The Vindhyachal range is known for its rich biodiversity and is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus.
3. Dhaulagiri: Dhaulagiri is not located in India, but in Nepal. It is the seventh highest mountain in the world and is part of the Himalayas. Dhaulagiri is known for its challenging climbing routes and is a popular destination for mountaineers.
4. Kailash: Kailash is not located in India either, but in Tibet, an autonomous region of China. It is considered a sacred mountain by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Bon followers. Mount Kailash is known for its religious significance and is a popular pilgrimage site.
Therefore, the correct sequence of mountains in India from south to north is Doddabetta, Vindhyachal, Dhaulagiri, Kailash, which is option b) Doddabetta, Vindhyachal, Dhaulagiri, Kailash.
Consider the following statements:1. Saramati is the highest peak in Naga Hills.
2. Blue mountain is the highest in the Mizo hillsWhich of the statements given above is/are correct?- a)1 only
- b)2 only
- c)Both 1 and 2
- d)Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
1. Saramati is the highest peak in Naga Hills.
2. Blue mountain is the highest in the Mizo hills
2. Blue mountain is the highest in the Mizo hills
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a)
1 only
b)
2 only
c)
Both 1 and 2
d)
Neither 1 nor 2
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Kavita Mehta answered |
Saramati (3,826 m) in Naga Hills and Blue Mountain (2,157 m) in the Mizo Hills are the highest peaks in their respective hills.
Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
Nepal Himalayas primarily extend from the Kali River in the west to the Tista River in the east.
Statement-II:
Assam Himalayas are lower in elevation compared to Nepal Himalayas.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
- a)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
- b)Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
- c)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
- d)Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
Nepal Himalayas primarily extend from the Kali River in the west to the Tista River in the east.
Nepal Himalayas primarily extend from the Kali River in the west to the Tista River in the east.
Statement-II:
Assam Himalayas are lower in elevation compared to Nepal Himalayas.
Assam Himalayas are lower in elevation compared to Nepal Himalayas.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
a)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
b)
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
c)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
d)
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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Harshitha Joshi answered |
Explanation:
Statement-I:
- The statement is correct. Nepal Himalayas indeed extend from the Kali River in the west to the Tista River in the east, covering a significant portion of the Himalayan range.
Statement-II:
- The statement is incorrect. Assam Himalayas are not lower in elevation compared to Nepal Himalayas. In fact, the Assam Himalayas are part of the Himalayan range and have similar elevations to the rest of the range.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 'C': Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect.
Statement-I:
- The statement is correct. Nepal Himalayas indeed extend from the Kali River in the west to the Tista River in the east, covering a significant portion of the Himalayan range.
Statement-II:
- The statement is incorrect. Assam Himalayas are not lower in elevation compared to Nepal Himalayas. In fact, the Assam Himalayas are part of the Himalayan range and have similar elevations to the rest of the range.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 'C': Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect.
Consider the following statements concerning the Himalayas:1. The altitudinal variations of Himalayas are greater in the eastern half than those in the western half.
2. The Brahmaputra marks the eastern-most boundary of the Himalayas.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?- a)1 only
- b)1 and 2 only
- c)2 only
- d)Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements concerning the Himalayas:
1. The altitudinal variations of Himalayas are greater in the eastern half than those in the western half.
2. The Brahmaputra marks the eastern-most boundary of the Himalayas.
2. The Brahmaputra marks the eastern-most boundary of the Himalayas.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a)
1 only
b)
1 and 2 only
c)
2 only
d)
Neither 1 nor 2
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Amar Menon answered |
Understanding the Statements on the Himalayas
The question presents two statements about the Himalayas and asks us to determine which are correct. Let's analyze both statements in detail.
Statement 1: The altitudinal variations of Himalayas are greater in the eastern half than those in the western half.
- The eastern Himalayas, particularly in regions like Arunachal Pradesh, have some of the highest peaks, including Kanchenjunga and others that rise sharply from the plains.
- The western Himalayas, while also having significant peaks such as Nanga Parbat and K2, generally show a more gradual rise in altitude compared to the eastern regions.
- Therefore, this statement is correct as the eastern Himalayas exhibit greater altitudinal variations.
Statement 2: The Brahmaputra marks the eastern-most boundary of the Himalayas.
- The Brahmaputra River flows through Assam and marks a significant geographical feature in the region.
- However, the easternmost extent of the Himalayas continues beyond the Brahmaputra, particularly into the eastern districts of Arunachal Pradesh.
- The Himalayas extend further north and east, thus this statement is incorrect.
Conclusion
- Since Statement 1 is correct and Statement 2 is incorrect, the correct answer to the question is option b) 1 and 2 only.
This analysis clarifies the geographical nuances of the Himalayas and their altitudinal differences, helping to understand why the provided answer is accurate.
The question presents two statements about the Himalayas and asks us to determine which are correct. Let's analyze both statements in detail.
Statement 1: The altitudinal variations of Himalayas are greater in the eastern half than those in the western half.
- The eastern Himalayas, particularly in regions like Arunachal Pradesh, have some of the highest peaks, including Kanchenjunga and others that rise sharply from the plains.
- The western Himalayas, while also having significant peaks such as Nanga Parbat and K2, generally show a more gradual rise in altitude compared to the eastern regions.
- Therefore, this statement is correct as the eastern Himalayas exhibit greater altitudinal variations.
Statement 2: The Brahmaputra marks the eastern-most boundary of the Himalayas.
- The Brahmaputra River flows through Assam and marks a significant geographical feature in the region.
- However, the easternmost extent of the Himalayas continues beyond the Brahmaputra, particularly into the eastern districts of Arunachal Pradesh.
- The Himalayas extend further north and east, thus this statement is incorrect.
Conclusion
- Since Statement 1 is correct and Statement 2 is incorrect, the correct answer to the question is option b) 1 and 2 only.
This analysis clarifies the geographical nuances of the Himalayas and their altitudinal differences, helping to understand why the provided answer is accurate.
Consider the following statements:1. The Himalayas were formed as a result of the convergence of the Indo-Australian Plate with the Eurasian Plate.2. The breakup of Pangea led to the formation of the Tethys Sea, which later contributed to the genesis of the Himalayas.3. The Himalayas continue to rise approximately 10 millimeters per year due to the ongoing convergence of tectonic plates.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?- a)1 Only
- b)1 and 2 Only
- c)1 and 3 Only
- d)1, 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
1. The Himalayas were formed as a result of the convergence of the Indo-Australian Plate with the Eurasian Plate.
2. The breakup of Pangea led to the formation of the Tethys Sea, which later contributed to the genesis of the Himalayas.
3. The Himalayas continue to rise approximately 10 millimeters per year due to the ongoing convergence of tectonic plates.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a)
1 Only
b)
1 and 2 Only
c)
1 and 3 Only
d)
1, 2 and 3
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Wizius Careers answered |
1. Statement 1 is correct. The Himalayas were indeed formed by the convergence of the Indo-Australian Plate with the Eurasian Plate. This tectonic activity led to the upliftment of the sediments in the Tethys Sea, resulting in the formation of the Himalayan mountain range.
2. Statement 2 is correct. The breakup of the supercontinent Pangea led to the formation of the Tethys Sea between the northern Laurasia and the southern Gondwanaland. The sedimentation in the Tethys Sea and its eventual closure due to plate convergence were critical processes in the genesis of the Himalayas.
3. Statement 3 is incorrect. While the Himalayas continue to rise due to the ongoing convergence of the Indo-Australian and Eurasian Plates, the uplift rate is approximately 5 millimeters per year, not 10 millimeters per year.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option B.
Consider the following statements:
1. The Zaskar Range runs roughly parallel to the Great Himalayan Range.
2. The Karakoram Range is the southernmost part of the Trans-Himalayas in India.
3. The Ladakh Range is seen as an extension of the Karakoram Range towards the southwest.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- a)1 and 3 Only
- b)1 and 2 Only
- c)1 Only
- d)1, 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
1. The Zaskar Range runs roughly parallel to the Great Himalayan Range.
2. The Karakoram Range is the southernmost part of the Trans-Himalayas in India.
3. The Ladakh Range is seen as an extension of the Karakoram Range towards the southwest.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a)
1 and 3 Only
b)
1 and 2 Only
c)
1 Only
d)
1, 2 and 3
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Learnpro Institute answered |
Statement 1 is correct. The Zaskar Range indeed runs roughly parallel to the Great Himalayan Range, extending from the Suru River to the upper Karnali River and featuring peaks like Kamet.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The Karakoram Range is actually the northernmost part of the Trans-Himalayas in India, not the southernmost. It serves as the boundary between India and Afghanistan, as well as China.
Statement 3 is incorrect. The Ladakh Range is an extension of the Karakoram Range towards the southeast, not the southwest, stretching from the mouth of the Shyok River in North Kashmir towards the Indo-Tibetan borders.
Thus, only Statement 1 is correct.
Consider the following statements:Statement-I:
The Lesser Himalayas have an average height ranging from 3500 to 5000 meters and are composed of metamorphic rocks.Statement-II:
The Sub Himalayas or Shiwaliks have an average height of 1000 to 1500 meters and are made of clay, sand, gravel, slate, and boulders.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?- a)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
- b)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
- c)Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
- d)Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
The Lesser Himalayas have an average height ranging from 3500 to 5000 meters and are composed of metamorphic rocks.
The Lesser Himalayas have an average height ranging from 3500 to 5000 meters and are composed of metamorphic rocks.
Statement-II:
The Sub Himalayas or Shiwaliks have an average height of 1000 to 1500 meters and are made of clay, sand, gravel, slate, and boulders.
The Sub Himalayas or Shiwaliks have an average height of 1000 to 1500 meters and are made of clay, sand, gravel, slate, and boulders.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
a)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
b)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
c)
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
d)
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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Lohit Matani answered |
- Statement-I correctly describes the Lesser Himalayas in terms of their average height and composition.
- Statement-II accurately describes the Sub Himalayas or Shiwaliks in terms of their average height and composition.
- Both statements are factually correct and are not contradictory.
- The Lesser Himalayas and the Sub Himalayas are distinct regions within the Himalayan range, each with its own characteristics as outlined in the statements.
Consider the following statements:Statement-I:
The Himalayas were formed due to the convergence of the Indo-Australian Tectonic Plate with the Eurasian Tectonic Plate.Statement-II:
The Tethys Sea vanished entirely as a result of the converging plates and the upward movement of sediments, leading to the genesis of the Himalayas.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?- a)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
- b)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
- c)Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
- d)Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
The Himalayas were formed due to the convergence of the Indo-Australian Tectonic Plate with the Eurasian Tectonic Plate.
The Himalayas were formed due to the convergence of the Indo-Australian Tectonic Plate with the Eurasian Tectonic Plate.
Statement-II:
The Tethys Sea vanished entirely as a result of the converging plates and the upward movement of sediments, leading to the genesis of the Himalayas.
The Tethys Sea vanished entirely as a result of the converging plates and the upward movement of sediments, leading to the genesis of the Himalayas.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
a)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
b)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
c)
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
d)
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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Aspire Academy answered |
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct. The Himalayas were indeed formed due to the convergence of the Indo-Australian Tectonic Plate with the Eurasian Tectonic Plate. The Tethys Sea vanished entirely as a result of the converging plates and the upward movement of sediments, which led to the genesis of the Himalayas. The movement of the plates caused the sediments to uplift and form the massive mountain range we now know as the Himalayas. Therefore, Statement-II explains the process behind Statement-I, establishing a clear link between the formation of the Himalayas and the disappearance of the Tethys Sea.
Arrange the following mountain ranges from north to south orderand select the correct answer from the codes:1. Dhauladhar2. Ladakh3. PirPanjal4. ZaskarCodes:- a) 2, 4, 1, 3
- b) 4, 2, 1, 3
- c) 2, 4, 3, 1
- d) 4, 2, 3, 1
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Arrange the following mountain ranges from north to south order
and select the correct answer from the codes:
1. Dhauladhar
2. Ladakh
3. PirPanjal
4. Zaskar
Codes:
a)
2, 4, 1, 3
b)
4, 2, 1, 3
c)
2, 4, 3, 1
d)
4, 2, 3, 1
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Sanvi Kapoor answered |
From north to south
Ladakh -> Zaskar ->Pirpanjal ->Dhauladhar
The Raman Peak is situated in - a) Andaman and Nicobar
- b) Arabian Sea
- c) Siwaliks
- d) Zaskar Range
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
The Raman Peak is situated in
a)
Andaman and Nicobar
b)
Arabian Sea
c)
Siwaliks
d)
Zaskar Range
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Meera Kapoor answered |
Raman Peak is the name given to a submarine mountain peak situated in the Arabian Sea.
Consider the following pairs:1. Pir Panjal Range - Karakoram Range2. Dhauladhar Range - Himachal Pradesh3. Nathu La Pass - Kumaun Himalayas4. Blue Mountains - Eastern HimalayasHow many pairs given above are correctly matched?- a)Only one pair
- b)Only two pairs
- c)Only three pairs
- d)All four pairs
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following pairs:
1. Pir Panjal Range - Karakoram Range
2. Dhauladhar Range - Himachal Pradesh
3. Nathu La Pass - Kumaun Himalayas
4. Blue Mountains - Eastern Himalayas
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
a)
Only one pair
b)
Only two pairs
c)
Only three pairs
d)
All four pairs
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Isha Yadav answered |
Correctly Matched Pairs
1. Pir Panjal Range - Karakoram Range
The Pir Panjal Range is located in the Indian-administered state of Jammu and Kashmir, while the Karakoram Range is situated in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan. These two ranges are distinct geographical features and are not directly connected.
2. Dhauladhar Range - Himachal Pradesh
The Dhauladhar Range is indeed a part of the Himalayas and is located in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. This pair is correctly matched as the Dhauladhar Range is a prominent mountain range in Himachal Pradesh.
3. Nathu La Pass - Kumaun Himalayas
Nathu La Pass is located in the state of Sikkim and connects India with Tibet. It is not part of the Kumaun Himalayas, which are located in the northern part of the Indian state of Uttarakhand. Therefore, this pair is incorrectly matched.
4. Blue Mountains - Eastern Himalayas
The Blue Mountains, also known as the Nilgiri Hills, are located in the southern part of India, primarily in the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. They are not part of the Eastern Himalayas, which are situated in the northeastern part of India. Therefore, this pair is also incorrectly matched.
Therefore, out of the four pairs given, only the second pair (Dhauladhar Range - Himachal Pradesh) is correctly matched.
1. Pir Panjal Range - Karakoram Range
The Pir Panjal Range is located in the Indian-administered state of Jammu and Kashmir, while the Karakoram Range is situated in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan. These two ranges are distinct geographical features and are not directly connected.
2. Dhauladhar Range - Himachal Pradesh
The Dhauladhar Range is indeed a part of the Himalayas and is located in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. This pair is correctly matched as the Dhauladhar Range is a prominent mountain range in Himachal Pradesh.
3. Nathu La Pass - Kumaun Himalayas
Nathu La Pass is located in the state of Sikkim and connects India with Tibet. It is not part of the Kumaun Himalayas, which are located in the northern part of the Indian state of Uttarakhand. Therefore, this pair is incorrectly matched.
4. Blue Mountains - Eastern Himalayas
The Blue Mountains, also known as the Nilgiri Hills, are located in the southern part of India, primarily in the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. They are not part of the Eastern Himalayas, which are situated in the northeastern part of India. Therefore, this pair is also incorrectly matched.
Therefore, out of the four pairs given, only the second pair (Dhauladhar Range - Himachal Pradesh) is correctly matched.
What is the other name of the highest range in the Western Ghats? - a) PirPanjal
- b) Siwalik range
- c) Sahyadris
- d) NamchaBarwa
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
What is the other name of the highest range in the Western Ghats?
a)
PirPanjal
b)
Siwalik range
c)
Sahyadris
d)
NamchaBarwa
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Siddharth Dey answered |
The Western Ghats, also the "Sahyadri", is a mountain range that covers an area of 160,000 square kilometres (62,000 sq mi) in a stretch of 1,600 kilometres (990 mi) parallel to the western coast of the Indian peninsula, traversing the states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra and Gujarat. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the eight hotspots of biological diversity in the world. It is sometimes called the Great Escarpment of India.
In which of the following region the Pindari, Gangotri, and Milam glaciers are found?- a)Central/ Nepal Himalayas/Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas
- b)Assam/ Eastern Himalayas.
- c)Kashmir /Punjab/ Himachal Himalayas
- d)Kumaun Himalayas
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
In which of the following region the Pindari, Gangotri, and Milam glaciers are found?
a)
Central/ Nepal Himalayas/Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas
b)
Assam/ Eastern Himalayas.
c)
Kashmir /Punjab/ Himachal Himalayas
d)
Kumaun Himalayas
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Rohit Jain answered |
The Kumaun Himalayas
- These lie between the Satluj and Kali river
- It is drained by the Indus and the Ganga river systems. It is distinguished by the ‘DUN’ formations like the Chandigarh-Kalka dun and Dehradun. They are inhabited by the Bhutias who migrate to the ‘Bugyals’ which are the summer grasslands. The ‘valley of flowers’ is located here.
- Important Glaciers are Pindari, Gangotri, and Milam.
Consider the following statements:1. The Assam Himalayas are lower in elevation compared to the Nepal Himalayas.2. The Western Syntaxial Bend occurs near Namcha Barwa in Arunachal Pradesh.3. The Eastern Syntaxial Bend marks the eastern extremity of the Himalayas.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?- a)1 Only
- b)1 and 2 Only
- c)1 and 3 Only
- d)1, 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
1. The Assam Himalayas are lower in elevation compared to the Nepal Himalayas.
2. The Western Syntaxial Bend occurs near Namcha Barwa in Arunachal Pradesh.
3. The Eastern Syntaxial Bend marks the eastern extremity of the Himalayas.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a)
1 Only
b)
1 and 2 Only
c)
1 and 3 Only
d)
1, 2 and 3
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Spectrum Coaching Institute answered |
Let's analyze each statement for its accuracy:
1. The Assam Himalayas are lower in elevation compared to the Nepal Himalayas.
- This statement is correct. The Nepal Himalayas are known for having the tallest peaks like Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga, making them significantly higher in elevation compared to the Assam Himalayas.
2. The Western Syntaxial Bend occurs near Namcha Barwa in Arunachal Pradesh.
- This statement is incorrect. The Western Syntaxial Bend actually occurs near Nanga Parbat where the Indus River cuts a deep gorge, not near Namcha Barwa. Namcha Barwa is associated with the Eastern Syntaxial Bend.
3. The Eastern Syntaxial Bend marks the eastern extremity of the Himalayas.
- This statement is correct. The Eastern Syntaxial Bend occurs near Namcha Barwa in Arunachal Pradesh and marks the eastern extremity of the Himalayas.
Therefore, the correct statements are 1 and 3. Hence, the correct answer is Option C.
Passive citizens of France were:- a)Only men above 25 years
- b)Only propertied women
- c)Only propertied men
- d)Men and women who didn't vote
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Passive citizens of France were:
a)
Only men above 25 years
b)
Only propertied women
c)
Only propertied men
d)
Men and women who didn't vote
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Ojasvi Gupta answered |
Passive citizens of France
Passive citizens in France during the French Revolution were those who were not entitled to vote. They were classified as passive citizens because they did not have the right to participate in the election process.
Who were passive citizens?
Passive citizens in France included men and women who did not have the right to vote. The categories of people who were classified as passive citizens include:
- Men and women who did not qualify to be active citizens
- Men and women who did not have the right to vote
- Men and women who did not pay taxes
Why were they passive citizens?
Passive citizens were not allowed to participate in the election process because they did not meet the requirements to be active citizens. The criteria for active citizenship included:
- Being a French male
- Being at least 25 years old
- Paying taxes
- Being able to read and write
Passive citizens were not able to meet these criteria, and therefore they were not given the right to vote.
Conclusion
Passive citizens in France during the French Revolution were men and women who did not have the right to vote. They were not able to meet the criteria for active citizenship, and therefore they were classified as passive citizens.
Passive citizens in France during the French Revolution were those who were not entitled to vote. They were classified as passive citizens because they did not have the right to participate in the election process.
Who were passive citizens?
Passive citizens in France included men and women who did not have the right to vote. The categories of people who were classified as passive citizens include:
- Men and women who did not qualify to be active citizens
- Men and women who did not have the right to vote
- Men and women who did not pay taxes
Why were they passive citizens?
Passive citizens were not allowed to participate in the election process because they did not meet the requirements to be active citizens. The criteria for active citizenship included:
- Being a French male
- Being at least 25 years old
- Paying taxes
- Being able to read and write
Passive citizens were not able to meet these criteria, and therefore they were not given the right to vote.
Conclusion
Passive citizens in France during the French Revolution were men and women who did not have the right to vote. They were not able to meet the criteria for active citizenship, and therefore they were classified as passive citizens.
Which of the following pair is not correct regarding the division of the Himalayas and their hills/ranges?- a)The trans-Himalayas → The Zaskar range
- b)The Eastern Himalayas → The Patkai Bum
- c)The Eastern Himalayas → The Karakoram range
- d)The trans-Himalayas → The Ladakh range
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following pair is not correct regarding the division of the Himalayas and their hills/ranges?
a)
The trans-Himalayas → The Zaskar range
b)
The Eastern Himalayas → The Patkai Bum
c)
The Eastern Himalayas → The Karakoram range
d)
The trans-Himalayas → The Ladakh range
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Poulomi Nambiar answered |
And the Karakoram Range
b)The Western Himalayas and the Pir Panjal Range
c)The Eastern Himalayas and the Dhaulagiri Range
d)The Central Himalayas and the Kumaon Range
The correct answer is c) The Eastern Himalayas and the Dhaulagiri Range. The Dhaulagiri Range is located in Nepal, which is part of the Central Himalayas, not the Eastern Himalayas.
b)The Western Himalayas and the Pir Panjal Range
c)The Eastern Himalayas and the Dhaulagiri Range
d)The Central Himalayas and the Kumaon Range
The correct answer is c) The Eastern Himalayas and the Dhaulagiri Range. The Dhaulagiri Range is located in Nepal, which is part of the Central Himalayas, not the Eastern Himalayas.
Consider the following statements:Statement-I:
The Himalayas are one of the 'newest fold mountains' of the world and they have come up during the Tertiary epoch under Alpine earth movement.Statement-II:
The Himalayas are the result of the collision between the Eurasian plate (Angaraland) and the Indo-Australian plate (Gondwanaland).Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?- a)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
- b)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
- c)Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
- d)Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
The Himalayas are one of the 'newest fold mountains' of the world and they have come up during the Tertiary epoch under Alpine earth movement.
The Himalayas are one of the 'newest fold mountains' of the world and they have come up during the Tertiary epoch under Alpine earth movement.
Statement-II:
The Himalayas are the result of the collision between the Eurasian plate (Angaraland) and the Indo-Australian plate (Gondwanaland).
The Himalayas are the result of the collision between the Eurasian plate (Angaraland) and the Indo-Australian plate (Gondwanaland).
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
a)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
b)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
c)
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
d)
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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Saumya Iyer answered |
Explanation:
Statement Analysis:
- Statement-I: The Himalayas are one of the 'newest fold mountains' of the world and they have come up during the Tertiary epoch under Alpine earth movement.
- Statement-II: The Himalayas are the result of the collision between the Eurasian plate (Angaraland) and the Indo-Australian plate (Gondwanaland).
Correct Answer Justification:
- Both statements are correct, and Statement-II explains Statement-I. The Himalayas indeed are one of the newest fold mountains in the world, formed during the Tertiary epoch due to the collision between the Eurasian and Indo-Australian plates. This collision caused the upliftment of the Himalayan range through the Alpine earth movement.
Therefore, option 'A' is the correct choice as both statements are accurate and interrelated, with Statement-II providing the geological explanation for the formation of the Himalayas as mentioned in Statement-I.
Statement Analysis:
- Statement-I: The Himalayas are one of the 'newest fold mountains' of the world and they have come up during the Tertiary epoch under Alpine earth movement.
- Statement-II: The Himalayas are the result of the collision between the Eurasian plate (Angaraland) and the Indo-Australian plate (Gondwanaland).
Correct Answer Justification:
- Both statements are correct, and Statement-II explains Statement-I. The Himalayas indeed are one of the newest fold mountains in the world, formed during the Tertiary epoch due to the collision between the Eurasian and Indo-Australian plates. This collision caused the upliftment of the Himalayan range through the Alpine earth movement.
Therefore, option 'A' is the correct choice as both statements are accurate and interrelated, with Statement-II providing the geological explanation for the formation of the Himalayas as mentioned in Statement-I.
Consider the following statements:Statement-I:
Shiwalik or Outer Himalayas is the southernmost range, lying between the Middle Himalayas in the north and the Indo-Gangetic Plains in the south.Statement-II:
The Eastern Hills or the Purvanchal extend from Arunachal Pradesh in the north to Mizoram in the south and serve as India’s border with Myanmar.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?- a)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
- b)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
- c)Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
- d)Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
Shiwalik or Outer Himalayas is the southernmost range, lying between the Middle Himalayas in the north and the Indo-Gangetic Plains in the south.
Shiwalik or Outer Himalayas is the southernmost range, lying between the Middle Himalayas in the north and the Indo-Gangetic Plains in the south.
Statement-II:
The Eastern Hills or the Purvanchal extend from Arunachal Pradesh in the north to Mizoram in the south and serve as India’s border with Myanmar.
The Eastern Hills or the Purvanchal extend from Arunachal Pradesh in the north to Mizoram in the south and serve as India’s border with Myanmar.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
a)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
b)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
c)
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
d)
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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Aspire Academy answered |
Statement-I correctly describes the Shiwalik or Outer Himalayas as the southernmost range lying between the Middle Himalayas and the Indo-Gangetic Plains, rising abruptly from the plains and being separated from the main Himalayan Range by valleys. This information aligns with the geographical features of the Shiwalik range.
However, Statement-II is inaccurate. The Eastern Hills or the Purvanchal do extend from Arunachal Pradesh in the north to Mizoram in the south, but they do not serve as India's border with Myanmar. Instead, these hills are situated within the boundaries of India and do not form an international border.
Therefore, the correct answer is that Statement-I is correct regarding the Shiwalik or Outer Himalayas, but Statement-II is incorrect about the Eastern Hills or the Purvanchal.
Consider the following pairs:1. Mount Kailash - Trans Himalayas2. Saramati Peak - Patkai Bum3. Mount Everest - Lesser Himalayas4. Nanga Parbat - Zanskar RangeHow many pairs given above are correctly matched?- a)Only one pair
- b)Only two pairs
- c)Only three pairs
- d)All four pairs
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following pairs:
1. Mount Kailash - Trans Himalayas
2. Saramati Peak - Patkai Bum
3. Mount Everest - Lesser Himalayas
4. Nanga Parbat - Zanskar Range
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
a)
Only one pair
b)
Only two pairs
c)
Only three pairs
d)
All four pairs
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Upsc Toppers answered |
The correct matches for the mountain ranges are as follows:
- Mount Kailash is located in the Trans Himalayas.
- Saramati Peak is part of the Patkai Bum range.
- Mount Everest belongs to the Himalayas, not the Lesser Himalayas.
- Nanga Parbat is in the Himalayas, not the Zanskar Range.
Thus, the correctly matched pairs are:
- Mount Kailash - Trans Himalayas
- Saramati Peak - Patkai Bum
Only two pairs are correctly matched.
Consider the following pairs regarding important mountain passes in India:1. Rohtang Pass - Himachal Pradesh2. Nathu La - Arunachal Pradesh3. Khardung La - Ladakh4. Bomdi La - SikkimHow many pairs given above are correctly matched?- a)Only one pair
- b)Only two pairs
- c)Only three pairs
- d)All four pairs
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following pairs regarding important mountain passes in India:
1. Rohtang Pass - Himachal Pradesh
2. Nathu La - Arunachal Pradesh
3. Khardung La - Ladakh
4. Bomdi La - Sikkim
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
a)
Only one pair
b)
Only two pairs
c)
Only three pairs
d)
All four pairs
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K.L Institute answered |
1. Rohtang Pass - Himachal Pradesh: Correctly matched. Rohtang Pass is a high mountain pass on the eastern Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas, located around 51 km from Manali in Himachal Pradesh.
2. Nathu La - Arunachal Pradesh: Incorrectly matched. Nathu La is a mountain pass in the Himalayas that connects the Indian state of Sikkim with China's Tibet Autonomous Region.
3. Khardung La - Ladakh: Correctly matched. Khardung La is a high mountain pass located in the Ladakh region of India.
4. Bomdi La - Sikkim: Incorrectly matched. Bomdi La (more accurately spelled Bomdila) is a pass in Arunachal Pradesh, not Sikkim.
Pairs 1 and 3 are correctly matched. Pairs 2 and 4 are incorrectly matched.
Answer: Option B: Only two pairs
Which of the following divides India approximately into two equal parts?- a)Tropic of cancer
- b)Tropic of Capricorn
- c)Equator
- d)Prime Meridian
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following divides India approximately into two equal parts?
a)
Tropic of cancer
b)
Tropic of Capricorn
c)
Equator
d)
Prime Meridian
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Tanvi Basu answered |
The Tropic of Cancer divides India approximately into two equal parts.
Consider the following pairs:
1. Mount Everest – Nepal Himalayas
2. Namcha Barwa – Assam Himalayas
3. Kanchenjunga – Nepal Himalayas
4. Dhaulagiri – Assam Himalayas
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
- a)Only one pair
- b)Only two pairs
- c)Only three pairs
- d)All four pairs
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following pairs:
1. Mount Everest – Nepal Himalayas
2. Namcha Barwa – Assam Himalayas
3. Kanchenjunga – Nepal Himalayas
4. Dhaulagiri – Assam Himalayas
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
a)
Only one pair
b)
Only two pairs
c)
Only three pairs
d)
All four pairs
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Wizius Careers answered |
1. Mount Everest – Nepal Himalayas: Correct. Mount Everest is located in the Nepal Himalayas.
2. Namcha Barwa – Assam Himalayas: Correct. Namcha Barwa is a notable peak in the Assam Himalayas.
3. Kanchenjunga – Nepal Himalayas: Correct. Kanchenjunga is located in the Nepal Himalayas.
4. Dhaulagiri – Assam Himalayas: Incorrect. Dhaulagiri is also located in the Nepal Himalayas, not the Assam Himalayas.
Thus, pairs 1, 2, and 3 are correctly matched, but pair 4 is incorrectly matched. Hence, only two pairs are correctly matched.
Consider the following pairs:1. K2 (Mount Godwin-Austen) - Zaskar Range2. Kamet Peak - Greater Himalayas3. Siachen Glacier - Zaskar Range4. Nanga Parbat - Middle or the Lesser HimalayasHow many pairs given above are correctly matched?- a)Only one pair
- b)Only two pairs
- c)Only three pairs
- d)All four pairs
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following pairs:
1. K2 (Mount Godwin-Austen) - Zaskar Range
2. Kamet Peak - Greater Himalayas
3. Siachen Glacier - Zaskar Range
4. Nanga Parbat - Middle or the Lesser Himalayas
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
a)
Only one pair
b)
Only two pairs
c)
Only three pairs
d)
All four pairs
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Goel UPSC Coaching Center answered |
Let's evaluate each pair:
- K2 (Mount Godwin-Austen) - Zaskar Range: Incorrect. K2 is part of the Karakoram Range, not the Zaskar Range.
- Kamet Peak - Greater Himalayas: Correct. Kamet is located in the Garhwal region of the Greater Himalayas.
- Siachen Glacier - Zaskar Range: Incorrect. Siachen Glacier is in the eastern Karakoram Range.
- Nanga Parbat - Middle or the Lesser Himalayas: Incorrect. Nanga Parbat is part of the Himalayas but specifically in the Western Himalayas.
Only one pair is correctly matched: Option A.
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