The Aravalli Range

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Which state in India is home to the highest peak of the Aravalli Range?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Gujarat

  3. Haryana

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Guru Shikhar, the highest peak of the Aravalli Range, is located in Rajasthan.

What is the approximate length of the Aravalli Range?

  1. 692 km

  2. 1,134 km

  3. 1,670 km

  4. 2,208 km


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Aravalli Range stretches for approximately 692 kilometers.

Which river originates from the Aravalli Range?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Chambal

  4. Luni


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Luni River, which flows through Rajasthan and Gujarat, originates from the Aravalli Range.

The Aravalli Range is primarily composed of which type of rock?

  1. Granite

  2. Limestone

  3. Sandstone

  4. Quartzite


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Aravalli Range is predominantly composed of quartzite, a hard and compact metamorphic rock.

What is the name of the national park located in the Aravalli Range?

  1. Ranthambore National Park

  2. Sariska National Park

  3. Keoladeo National Park

  4. Kaziranga National Park


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Sariska National Park is a renowned national park situated in the Aravalli Range of Rajasthan.

Which ancient civilization thrived in the Aravalli region during the Bronze Age?

  1. Harappan Civilization

  2. Indus Valley Civilization

  3. Mesopotamian Civilization

  4. Egyptian Civilization


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indus Valley Civilization, one of the earliest civilizations in the world, flourished in the Aravalli region during the Bronze Age.

What is the name of the prominent mountain pass located in the Aravalli Range?

  1. Nathdwara Pass

  2. Abu Road Pass

  3. Deogarh Pass

  4. Bhor Ghat


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Abu Road Pass, also known as Abu Pass, is a significant mountain pass in the Aravalli Range.

Which city is known as the 'Gateway to the Aravalli Range'?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Udaipur

  3. Jodhpur

  4. Kota


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Udaipur, often referred to as the 'Gateway to the Aravalli Range', is a city located in Rajasthan.

The Aravalli Range is believed to have been formed during which geological era?

  1. Precambrian

  2. Paleozoic

  3. Mesozoic

  4. Cenozoic


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Aravalli Range is considered to be one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world, formed during the Precambrian era.

What is the approximate width of the Aravalli Range?

  1. 100 km

  2. 200 km

  3. 300 km

  4. 400 km


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Aravalli Range has an average width of approximately 200 kilometers.

Which mountain peak in the Aravalli Range is associated with the legend of Lord Shiva?

  1. Guru Shikhar

  2. Mount Abu

  3. Aravalli Peak

  4. Ranakpur Peak


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mount Abu, located in the Aravalli Range, is associated with the legend of Lord Shiva and is considered a sacred site.

The Aravalli Range is primarily located in which state of India?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Gujarat

  3. Haryana

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Aravalli Range is predominantly located in the state of Rajasthan.

Which national highway passes through the Aravalli Range?

  1. NH 8

  2. NH 19

  3. NH 27

  4. NH 48


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

National Highway 8 (NH 8) traverses through the Aravalli Range.

What is the name of the mountain range that runs parallel to the Aravalli Range?

  1. Vindhya Range

  2. Satpura Range

  3. Himalayas

  4. Western Ghats


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vindhya Range runs parallel to the Aravalli Range.

Which city in Rajasthan is known for its proximity to the Aravalli Range and its scenic beauty?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Udaipur

  3. Jodhpur

  4. Kota


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Udaipur, often referred to as the 'City of Lakes', is renowned for its proximity to the Aravalli Range and its picturesque landscapes.

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