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India's Mountainous Wonders: A Quiz on Mountain Ranges

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Which mountain range is known as the 'Roof of the World'?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Hindu Kush

  4. Kunlun Mountains


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Himalayas, stretching across northern India, are often referred to as the 'Roof of the World' due to their immense height and awe-inspiring grandeur.

Which mountain peak is the highest point in India?

  1. Mount Everest

  2. K2

  3. Kanchenjunga

  4. Nanga Parbat


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kanchenjunga, located in the Himalayas on the border between India and Nepal, is the highest peak in India, standing at an elevation of 8,586 meters (28,169 feet).

The Karakoram mountain range is located in which region of India?

  1. Ladakh

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Uttarakhand

  4. Sikkim


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Karakoram mountain range is primarily located in the Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir, India, and extends into Pakistan and China.

Which mountain range is home to the Valley of Flowers National Park?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Western Ghats

  3. Aravalli Range

  4. Nilgiri Hills


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Valley of Flowers National Park, renowned for its vibrant alpine flora, is situated in the Himalayas, specifically in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.

The Western Ghats are a mountain range located along the western coast of which Indian state?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Karnataka

  3. Kerala

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, run along the western coast of India, primarily through the states of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Which mountain range is known for its tea plantations?

  1. Nilgiri Hills

  2. Aravalli Range

  3. Eastern Ghats

  4. Vindhya Range


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Nilgiri Hills, located in southern India, are famous for their tea plantations, particularly the Nilgiri tea, which is known for its distinct flavor and aroma.

The Aravalli Range is the oldest mountain range in India. True or False?

  1. True

  2. False


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Aravalli Range, stretching across Rajasthan and parts of Haryana and Gujarat, is considered the oldest mountain range in India, with a geological history dating back over 3 billion years.

Which mountain range is home to the holy shrine of Vaishno Devi?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Pir Panjal Range

  4. Zanskar Range


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Pir Panjal Range, part of the Himalayas, is home to the revered Vaishno Devi shrine, a popular pilgrimage site located in the Jammu region of India.

The Eastern Ghats are located along the eastern coast of which Indian state?

  1. Odisha

  2. Andhra Pradesh

  3. Telangana

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Eastern Ghats, a mountain range parallel to the Bay of Bengal, primarily run along the eastern coast of Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu.

Which mountain range is home to the Nanda Devi National Park?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Pir Panjal Range

  4. Zanskar Range


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Nanda Devi National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is situated in the Himalayas, specifically in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.

The Vindhya Range is located in which part of India?

  1. Central India

  2. Northern India

  3. Southern India

  4. Eastern India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vindhya Range, a prominent mountain range in central India, stretches across the states of Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand.

Which mountain range is home to the Khangchendzonga National Park?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Pir Panjal Range

  4. Zanskar Range


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Khangchendzonga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in the Himalayas, specifically in the Sikkim state of India.

The Satpura Range is located in which part of India?

  1. Central India

  2. Northern India

  3. Southern India

  4. Eastern India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Satpura Range, a mountain range in central India, stretches across the states of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh.

Which mountain range is home to the Great Himalayan National Park?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram

  3. Pir Panjal Range

  4. Zanskar Range


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Great Himalayan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is situated in the Himalayas, specifically in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, India.

The Nilgiri Hills are located in which part of India?

  1. Southern India

  2. Central India

  3. Northern India

  4. Eastern India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Nilgiri Hills, a mountain range in southern India, are located in the states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka.

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