Mountains and Mountain Ranges MCQs
Practice Mountains and Mountain Ranges MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering the Himalayas, Karakoram Range, Aravalli Range, Vindhya Range, Satpura Range, Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats and major mountain ranges of the world frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.
Question #221
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The Karakoram Range is located primarily in which region?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Karakoram is a mountain range in Asia located primarily in the Kashmir region[reference:127].
The Karakoram is a mountain range in Asia located primarily in the Kashmir region[reference:127].
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Question #222
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The Karakoram Range is bounded on the north-east by which plateau?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Karakoram is bounded on the north-east by the Aksai Chin plateau[reference:128].
The Karakoram is bounded on the north-east by the Aksai Chin plateau[reference:128].
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Question #223
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The Himalayas are composed of three nearly parallel ranges arranged by:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Himalayas are composed of three nearly parallel ranges, arranged by elevation and geological age[reference:129].
The Himalayas are composed of three nearly parallel ranges, arranged by elevation and geological age[reference:129].
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Question #224
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The Outer Himalayas have an elevation of about:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Outer Himalayas (Siwalik Range) have an elevation of about 900-1,400 meters[reference:130].
The Outer Himalayas (Siwalik Range) have an elevation of about 900-1,400 meters[reference:130].
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Question #225
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The Lesser Himalayas have an elevation of:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Lesser Himalayas have an elevation of 2,000-4,500 meters[reference:131].
The Lesser Himalayas have an elevation of 2,000-4,500 meters[reference:131].
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Question #226
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The Greater Himalayas have an elevation of more than:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Greater Himalayas have an elevation of more than 6,000 meters[reference:132].
The Greater Himalayas have an elevation of more than 6,000 meters[reference:132].
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Question #227
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The width of the Outer Himalayas in the west is about:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Outer Himalayas (Siwalik Range) are about 48 kilometers wide in the west[reference:133].
The Outer Himalayas (Siwalik Range) are about 48 kilometers wide in the west[reference:133].
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Question #228
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The width of the Lesser Himalayas is about:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Lesser Himalayas have a width of about 80 kilometers[reference:134].
The Lesser Himalayas have a width of about 80 kilometers[reference:134].
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Question #229
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The width of the Greater Himalayas is about:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Greater Himalayas are about 24 kilometers wide[reference:135].
The Greater Himalayas are about 24 kilometers wide[reference:135].
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Question #230
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The average elevation of the Outer Himalayas is:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Outer Himalayas have an average elevation of about 900-1,400 meters[reference:136].
The Outer Himalayas have an average elevation of about 900-1,400 meters[reference:136].
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Question #231
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Which of the following is the highest peak in the Karakoram Range?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
K2 is the highest peak in the Karakoram at 8,611 meters[reference:137].
K2 is the highest peak in the Karakoram at 8,611 meters[reference:137].
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Question #232
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K2 is the second highest peak in the world, surpassed only by:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
K2 is the second highest peak in the world, surpassed only by Mount Everest[reference:138].
K2 is the second highest peak in the world, surpassed only by Mount Everest[reference:138].
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Question #233
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The Karakoram Range is about how many miles long?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Karakoram Range is about 500 km (311 miles) in length[reference:139][reference:140].
The Karakoram Range is about 500 km (311 miles) in length[reference:139][reference:140].
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Question #234
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The average elevation of the Karakoram Range is about:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Karakoram Range has an average height of about 20,000 feet (6,100 meters)[reference:141].
The Karakoram Range has an average height of about 20,000 feet (6,100 meters)[reference:141].
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Question #235
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Which pass in the Karakoram has an elevation of 18,300 feet (5,580 meters)?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Karakoram Pass is at an elevation of 18,300 feet (5,580 meters)[reference:142].
The Karakoram Pass is at an elevation of 18,300 feet (5,580 meters)[reference:142].
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Question #236
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Which of the following passes is NOT in the Karakoram Range?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Bara-lacha Pass is in the Zanskar Range of the Himalayas, not the Karakoram. The Karakoram Pass, Khunjerab Pass, and Aghil Pass are in the Karakoram[reference:143].
Bara-lacha Pass is in the Zanskar Range of the Himalayas, not the Karakoram. The Karakoram Pass, Khunjerab Pass, and Aghil Pass are in the Karakoram[reference:143].
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Question #237
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The Aravalli Range is an eroded stub of ancient mountains. What does this mean?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Aravalli Range is an eroded stub of ancient mountains[reference:144], meaning they have been significantly worn down by erosion over millions of years.
The Aravalli Range is an eroded stub of ancient mountains[reference:144], meaning they have been significantly worn down by erosion over millions of years.
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Question #238
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The Aravalli Range is the oldest range of fold mountains in India. It was formed during the:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Aravalli Range was formed during the Precambrian era[reference:145], making it the oldest fold mountain range in India[reference:146].
The Aravalli Range was formed during the Precambrian era[reference:145], making it the oldest fold mountain range in India[reference:146].
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Question #239
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The Vindhya Range is characterized by:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Vindhya Range is characterized by flat-topped and plateaulike mountains due to their horizontal sandstone structure[reference:147].
The Vindhya Range is characterized by flat-topped and plateaulike mountains due to their horizontal sandstone structure[reference:147].
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Question #240
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The Satpura Range is an example of a:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Satpura Range is an example of a block mountain, formed by the uplifting of a block of the Earth's crust between faults.
The Satpura Range is an example of a block mountain, formed by the uplifting of a block of the Earth's crust between faults.
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