The Himalayas

Description: The Himalayas are the highest mountain range in the world, stretching across six countries in Asia. This quiz tests your knowledge about the Himalayas, including its geography, climate, people, and culture.
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Which country has the largest portion of the Himalayas?

  1. India

  2. Nepal

  3. China

  4. Pakistan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

China has the largest portion of the Himalayas, with about 50% of the range falling within its borders.

What is the highest peak in the Himalayas?

  1. Mount Everest

  2. K2

  3. Kanchenjunga

  4. Lhotse


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mount Everest is the highest peak in the Himalayas, with an elevation of 8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 feet).

Which of the following is not a subrange of the Himalayas?

  1. Karakoram

  2. Pir Panjal

  3. Aravalli Range

  4. Sivalik Hills


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Aravalli Range is not a subrange of the Himalayas. It is a mountain range in northwestern India, running from Gujarat to Delhi.

What is the average elevation of the Himalayas?

  1. 3,000 meters (9,842 feet)

  2. 5,000 meters (16,404 feet)

  3. 7,000 meters (22,966 feet)

  4. 9,000 meters (29,528 feet)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The average elevation of the Himalayas is about 5,000 meters (16,404 feet).

Which of the following rivers originates in the Himalayas?

  1. Ganges

  2. Indus

  3. Brahmaputra

  4. Yangtze


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above rivers originate in the Himalayas.

What is the climate of the Himalayas like?

  1. Tropical

  2. Temperate

  3. Alpine

  4. Polar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The climate of the Himalayas is alpine, with cold temperatures and high levels of precipitation.

Which of the following animals is found in the Himalayas?

  1. Snow leopard

  2. Yak

  3. Himalayan black bear

  4. Golden eagle


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above animals are found in the Himalayas.

What is the main religion practiced in the Himalayas?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Buddhism

  3. Islam

  4. Christianity


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Buddhism is the main religion practiced in the Himalayas.

Which of the following countries does not share a border with the Himalayas?

  1. India

  2. Nepal

  3. China

  4. Russia


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Russia does not share a border with the Himalayas.

What is the highest mountain pass in the Himalayas?

  1. Khardung La

  2. Rohtang Pass

  3. Zoji La

  4. Mana Pass


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Khardung La is the highest mountain pass in the Himalayas, with an elevation of 5,359 meters (17,582 feet).

Which of the following is not a major city in the Himalayas?

  1. Kathmandu

  2. Lhasa

  3. Darjeeling

  4. Srinagar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Srinagar is not a major city in the Himalayas. It is the capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, which is located in the foothills of the Himalayas.

What is the main economic activity in the Himalayas?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Tourism

  3. Mining

  4. Manufacturing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agriculture is the main economic activity in the Himalayas.

Which of the following is a major environmental issue facing the Himalayas?

  1. Deforestation

  2. Climate change

  3. Pollution

  4. Overgrazing


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above are major environmental issues facing the Himalayas.

What is the future of the Himalayas?

  1. The Himalayas will continue to grow in height.

  2. The Himalayas will start to erode.

  3. The Himalayas will become a major tourist destination.

  4. The Himalayas will be uninhabitable due to climate change.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Himalayas are still growing in height, as the Indian Plate continues to move northward and collide with the Eurasian Plate.

What is the significance of the Himalayas?

  1. The Himalayas are a major source of water for Asia.

  2. The Himalayas are a major tourist destination.

  3. The Himalayas are a major center of biodiversity.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are reasons why the Himalayas are significant.

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