History of Trekking and Mountaineering in India

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Who is considered the father of Indian mountaineering?

  1. Tenzing Norgay

  2. Edmund Hillary

  3. H. W. Tilman

  4. Eric Shipton


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Eric Shipton was a British mountaineer who made significant contributions to the exploration and development of mountaineering in India. He led numerous expeditions to the Himalayas and Karakoram ranges, including the first ascent of Mount Everest in 1953.

Which mountain was the first to be climbed over 8,000 meters?

  1. Mount Everest

  2. K2

  3. Kangchenjunga

  4. Lhotse


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world, was the first to be climbed over 8,000 meters. It was summitted by Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay in 1953.

Which Indian woman was the first to climb Mount Everest?

  1. Bachendri Pal

  2. Arjun Vajpai

  3. Premlata Agarwal

  4. Santosh Yadav


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bachendri Pal was the first Indian woman to climb Mount Everest in 1984.

Which Indian mountaineer was the first to climb all 14 eight-thousanders?

  1. Mandip Singh Soin

  2. Nirmal Purja

  3. Anshu Jamsenpa

  4. Arunima Sinha


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Nirmal Purja, a Nepali-born British mountaineer, was the first Indian to climb all 14 eight-thousanders in 2019.

Which mountain range is home to the majority of eight-thousanders?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Andes

  4. Alps


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Himalayas are home to the majority of eight-thousanders, including Mount Everest, K2, and Kangchenjunga.

What is the name of the highest peak in India?

  1. Mount Everest

  2. K2

  3. Kangchenjunga

  4. Nanda Devi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nanda Devi is the highest peak in India, with an elevation of 7,816 meters.

Which mountain range is located in the northern part of India?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Vindhya Range

  4. Aravalli Range


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Himalayas are located in the northern part of India and are home to some of the highest peaks in the world.

Which mountain range is located in the southern part of India?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Vindhya Range

  4. Aravalli Range


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Vindhya Range is located in the southern part of India and is known for its scenic beauty and historical significance.

Which mountain range is located in the western part of India?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Vindhya Range

  4. Aravalli Range


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Aravalli Range is located in the western part of India and is known for its geological formations and historical importance.

Which mountain range is located in the eastern part of India?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Vindhya Range

  4. Eastern Ghats


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Eastern Ghats are located in the eastern part of India and are known for their scenic beauty and natural resources.

Which mountain range is located in the central part of India?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Vindhya Range

  4. Satpura Range


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Satpura Range is located in the central part of India and is known for its diverse flora and fauna.

Which mountain range is located in the northeastern part of India?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Patkai Range

  4. Naga Hills


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Patkai Range is located in the northeastern part of India and is known for its rugged terrain and rich biodiversity.

Which mountain range is located in the northwestern part of India?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Hindu Kush

  4. Pamir Mountains


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Hindu Kush is located in the northwestern part of India and is known for its high peaks and challenging terrain.

Which mountain range is located in the southwestern part of India?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Western Ghats

  4. Nilgiri Hills


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Western Ghats are located in the southwestern part of India and are known for their scenic beauty and rich biodiversity.

Which mountain range is located in the southeastern part of India?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Eastern Ghats

  4. Nilgiri Hills


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Eastern Ghats are located in the southeastern part of India and are known for their scenic beauty and natural resources.

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