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 #241
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The Western Ghats are one of the world's ten 'hottest biodiversity hotspots'. How many species of flowering plants are found here?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Western Ghats have over 5,000 species of flowering plants[reference:148][reference:149].
The Western Ghats have over 5,000 species of flowering plants[reference:148][reference:149].
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Question #242
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The Western Ghats are one of the world's ten 'hottest biodiversity hotspots'. How many mammal species are found here?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Western Ghats have 139 mammal species[reference:150][reference:151].
The Western Ghats have 139 mammal species[reference:150][reference:151].
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Question #243
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The Western Ghats are one of the world's ten 'hottest biodiversity hotspots'. How many bird species are found here?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Western Ghats have 508 bird species[reference:152][reference:153].
The Western Ghats have 508 bird species[reference:152][reference:153].
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Question #244
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The Western Ghats are one of the world's ten 'hottest biodiversity hotspots'. How many amphibian species are found here?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Western Ghats have 179 amphibian species[reference:154][reference:155].
The Western Ghats have 179 amphibian species[reference:154][reference:155].
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Question #245
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At least how many globally threatened species occur in the Western Ghats?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
At least 325 globally threatened species occur in the Western Ghats[reference:156].
At least 325 globally threatened species occur in the Western Ghats[reference:156].
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Question #246
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The Eastern Ghats are geologically older than the Himalayas. They are believed to have been formed during the break-up of which supercontinent?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Eastern Ghats became part of the Indian subcontinent post the break-up of the supercontinent Rodinia and the formation of Gondwana[reference:157].
The Eastern Ghats became part of the Indian subcontinent post the break-up of the supercontinent Rodinia and the formation of Gondwana[reference:157].
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Question #247
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The Eastern Ghats are a discontinuous chain of mountains. Which of the following is a major break in the Eastern Ghats?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Eastern Ghats are pierced by several rivers, including the Godavari, which creates a major break in the range[reference:158].
The Eastern Ghats are pierced by several rivers, including the Godavari, which creates a major break in the range[reference:158].
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Question #248
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The Eastern Ghats have several peaks. Which of the following is NOT a peak in the Eastern Ghats?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Kalsubai is the highest peak in the Western Ghats, not the Eastern Ghats. Arma Konda, Bhairavi Konda, and Gundla Brahmeswaram are peaks in the Eastern Ghats[reference:159].
Kalsubai is the highest peak in the Western Ghats, not the Eastern Ghats. Arma Konda, Bhairavi Konda, and Gundla Brahmeswaram are peaks in the Eastern Ghats[reference:159].
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Question #249
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The highest peak in the Western Ghats, Anamudi, is located in which state?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Anamudi is located in the state of Kerala, in the Idukki district.
Anamudi is located in the state of Kerala, in the Idukki district.
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Question #250
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The Nilgiri Hills are located at the junction of which two mountain ranges?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Nilgiri Hills are located at the junction of the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats[reference:160].
The Nilgiri Hills are located at the junction of the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats[reference:160].
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Question #251
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The Palghat Gap is a pass in the Western Ghats that connects which two states?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Palghat Gap is a pass in the Western Ghats that connects Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
The Palghat Gap is a pass in the Western Ghats that connects Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
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Question #252
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The Aravalli Range is the oldest mountain range in India. Which of the following is the second oldest?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Vindhya Range is considered the second oldest mountain range in India after the Aravalli Range.
The Vindhya Range is considered the second oldest mountain range in India after the Aravalli Range.
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Question #253
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Which mountain range is known as the 'Sahyadri'?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Western Ghats are also known as the Sahyadri mountains[reference:161][reference:162].
The Western Ghats are also known as the Sahyadri mountains[reference:161][reference:162].
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Question #254
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The Himalayas are the highest mountain range in the world. Which is the second highest?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Karakoram is the second highest mountain range in the world, with K2 as its highest peak[reference:163].
The Karakoram is the second highest mountain range in the world, with K2 as its highest peak[reference:163].
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Question #255
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The highest peak in South America is:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Aconcagua at 6,962 meters is the highest peak in South America[reference:164].
Aconcagua at 6,962 meters is the highest peak in South America[reference:164].
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Question #256
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The highest peak in Africa is:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Mount Kilimanjaro at 5,895 meters (19,341 feet) is the highest peak in Africa.
Mount Kilimanjaro at 5,895 meters (19,341 feet) is the highest peak in Africa.
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Question #257
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The highest peak in Europe is:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Mount Elbrus in the Caucasus Mountains at 5,642 meters (18,510 feet) is the highest peak in Europe.
Mount Elbrus in the Caucasus Mountains at 5,642 meters (18,510 feet) is the highest peak in Europe.
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Question #258
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The highest peak in Antarctica is:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Mount Vinson at 4,892 meters (16,050 feet) is the highest peak in Antarctica.
Mount Vinson at 4,892 meters (16,050 feet) is the highest peak in Antarctica.
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Question #259
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The highest peak in Australia is:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Mount Kosciuszko at 2,228 meters is the highest peak in Australia.
Mount Kosciuszko at 2,228 meters is the highest peak in Australia.
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Question #260
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The Ural Mountains are located in which country?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Ural Mountains are located in Russia, extending from the Arctic Ocean to the Ural River.
The Ural Mountains are located in Russia, extending from the Arctic Ocean to the Ural River.
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