Northern Mountainous Region

Total Questions: 44

21. Which one of the following groups is the correct sequence of mountain peaks from east to west? [Uttarakhand P.C.S.(Pre)(2012)]

Correct Answer: (b) Kanchenjunga, Everest, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri
Solution:

The correct sequence of mountain peaks from east to west is: Kanchenjunga, Everest, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri. Kanchenjunga is the third tallest mountain in the world. Three of the five summits of the Kanchenjunga (main, central, and south) are situated on the boundary of the North Sikkim district in Sikkim, India and the Taplejung District in Nepal. The two other peaks are entirely situated in Taplejung District. Mt. Everest is the tallest mountain in the world above sea surface. The elevation of Mount Everest is 8,848 meters (Now 8848.86 m). The peak is situated in the Himalayas on the border of Nepal and China, which is also known as the Sagarmatha Zone. The Annapurna region is an area in north central Nepal where some of the most popular treks are located. Dhaulagiri Peak is also located in West Central Nepal, west of Annapurna peak.

22. Which mountains range amongst the following is latest in origin? [R.A.S./R.T.S.(Pre)(1996)]

Correct Answer: (d) Patkai range
Solution:

Patkai Range is originated in the tertiary era. Remaining all ranges/hills are situated in South and Central India. Thus the latest mountain range is Patkai Range. The Patkai Range is a mountain range in northeastern India that forms a natural border with Myanmar. It is part of the Purvanchal range, also known as the Eastern Highlands. Known for its rugged terrain, steep hillsides, and dense forest cover. Conical peaks, steep slopes, and deep valleys. The Dehing river flows through the range, meeting the Brahmaputra in the Sivasagar district of Assam.

23. Which one of the following states does not lie among Patkai hills? [U.P.P.C.S.(Mains)(1996)]

Correct Answer: (b) Tripura
Solution:

The Patkai hills are situated on India's north-eastern border with Myanmar. The Indian states along Patkai hills are Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and Nagaland. Tripura does not lie along Patkai hills. Mizo hills stretch through Mizoram and Tripura.

24. Pir Panjal Range is located/found in- [U.P.P.C.S.(Mains)(2007)]

Correct Answer: (b) Jammu and Kashmir
Solution:

Pir Panjal Range is located in Middle Himalaya. It is spread in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir from south east to north west. It starts in Ramban and extends westward in the south of Jammu and Kashmir (Vale of Kashmir) to the last extremity of Muzaffarabad District. It isrising sharply to an average elevation of more than 13,000 feet (4,000 meters). It separates the Jammu Hills to the south from the Vale of Kashmir, beyond which lie the Great Himalayas. It separates itself from the Himalayas near the bank of the Sutlej river and forms a divide between the rivers Beas and Ravi on one side and the Chenab on the other.

  • Major passes: Six historical passes, Hajipir Pass, Gulabgarh Pass, Ratanpir Pass, Pir Panjal Pass, Banihal Pass, and Bairam Gala Pass are in this mountain range.
  • Important peaks: Deo Tibba (6,001 m) and Indrasan (6,221m) are two important peaks at the eastern end of the mountain range.

25. Consider the following statements regarding 'Atal tunnel' Which of them is / are correct? [U.P.R.O./A.R.O.(Mains)(2016)]

1. It was built by the Border Roads Organisation.
2. It connects Manali and Lahaul Spiti Valley
3. It is located across Pir-Panjal ranges of Himalayas
4. It is strategically important for India
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Correct Answer: (d) All 1,2,3 and 4
Solution:

Atal tunnel is across Eastern Pir Panjal range. It connects Manali and Lahaul-Spiti Valley. It is 9.02 km long and was built by Border Roads Organisation (BRO). The tunnel reduces the distance by 46 km between Manali and Leh and the travel time by about 4 to 5 hours. Strategically, it provides better connectivity to the armed forces in reaching Ladakh.

26. What is the length of the Atal Tunnel, Rohtang. Himachal Pradesh? [67thB.P.S.C.(Pre)(2022)]

Correct Answer: (b) 9.02km
Solution:

Atal tunnel is across Eastern Pir Panjal range. It connects Manali and Lahaul-Spiti Valley. It is 9.02 km long and was built by Border Roads Organisation (BRO). The tunnel reduces the distance by 46 km between Manali and Leh and the travel time by about 4 to 5 hours. Strategically, it provides better connectivity to the armed forces in reaching Ladakh.

27. Atal Tunnel is across which one of the following Himalayan ranges? [66thB.P.S.C.(Pre)(2020)]

Correct Answer: (d) Eastern Pir Panjal
Solution:

Atal tunnel is across Eastern Pir Panjal range. It connects Manali and Lahaul-Spiti Valley. It is 9.02 km long and was built by Border Roads Organisation (BRO). The tunnel reduces the distance by 46 km between Manali and Leh and the travel time by about 4 to 5 hours. Strategically, it provides better connectivity to the armed forces in reaching Ladakh.

28. Between which two mountains ranges is the Valley of Kashmir situated? [M.P.P.C.S.(Pre)(2016)]

Correct Answer: (b) Great Himalayas and Pir Panjal
Solution:

The Kashmir Valley is bounded on the southwest by Pir Panjal Range and on the north-east by Great Himalayan (Himadri) Range.

29. Valley of Kashmir is situated between: [U.P.P.C.S.(Pre)(2020)]

Correct Answer: (b) Pir Panjal and Himadari ranges
Solution:

The Kashmir Valley is bounded on the southwest by Pir Panjal Range and on the north-east by Great Himalayan (Himadri) Range.

30. Which of the following is a part of Aksai Chin region: [U.P.P.C.S.(Pre)(1995)]

Correct Answer: (d) Ladakh Plateau
Solution:

Aksai Chin is spread over about 3800 square kilometers in Ladakh region. It is an Indian territory under the occupation of China. The Ladakh Plateau is one of the world's highest plateaus, with an elevation of about 3,000 meters (9,800 ft) above sea level. It is bordered by the Himalayas and the Karakoram mountain ranges. The Ladakh Plateau includes the upper Indus river valley. The Ladakh Range is a southeastern extension of the Karakoram Range.