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 #161
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The Western Ghats block rainfall to which region?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Western Ghats block rainfall to the Deccan Plateau, causing heavy rainfall on the western side and a rain shadow on the eastern side[reference:74][reference:75].
The Western Ghats block rainfall to the Deccan Plateau, causing heavy rainfall on the western side and a rain shadow on the eastern side[reference:74][reference:75].
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Question #162
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The Western Ghats are believed to have been formed during the break-up of which supercontinent?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Western Ghats are believed to have been formed during the break-up of the supercontinent Gondwana some 150 million years ago[reference:76].
The Western Ghats are believed to have been formed during the break-up of the supercontinent Gondwana some 150 million years ago[reference:76].
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Question #163
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The highest peak in the Eastern Ghats is:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Arma Konda at 1,680 meters (5,510 feet) is the highest peak in the Eastern Ghats[reference:77][reference:78].
Arma Konda at 1,680 meters (5,510 feet) is the highest peak in the Eastern Ghats[reference:77][reference:78].
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Question #164
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The Eastern Ghats stretch for approximately how many kilometers?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Eastern Ghats stretch for 1,750 km (1,090 miles) along the eastern coast of the Indian peninsula[reference:79][reference:80].
The Eastern Ghats stretch for 1,750 km (1,090 miles) along the eastern coast of the Indian peninsula[reference:79][reference:80].
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Question #165
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The average elevation of the Eastern Ghats is approximately:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The average elevation of the Eastern Ghats is around 600 meters (2,000 feet)[reference:81][reference:82].
The average elevation of the Eastern Ghats is around 600 meters (2,000 feet)[reference:81][reference:82].
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Question #166
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The Eastern Ghats meet the Western Ghats at the:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Eastern Ghats meet the Western Ghats at the Nilgiri Hills[reference:83].
The Eastern Ghats meet the Western Ghats at the Nilgiri Hills[reference:83].
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Question #167
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The Eastern Ghats traverse which of the following states?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Eastern Ghats traverse Odisha, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu[reference:84].
The Eastern Ghats traverse Odisha, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu[reference:84].
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Question #168
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The Eastern Ghats are geologically older than the Himalayas. They were formed in which era?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Geological evidence indicates that the Eastern Ghats were formed during the Archaeozoic era and are very much more ancient than the Himalayas[reference:85][reference:86].
Geological evidence indicates that the Eastern Ghats were formed during the Archaeozoic era and are very much more ancient than the Himalayas[reference:85][reference:86].
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Question #169
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Eastern Ghats?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Eastern Ghats have an average elevation of around 600 meters, which is lower than the Western Ghats' average of 1,200 meters. They are a discontinuous chain[reference:87].
The Eastern Ghats have an average elevation of around 600 meters, which is lower than the Western Ghats' average of 1,200 meters. They are a discontinuous chain[reference:87].
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Question #170
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The Eastern Ghats cover an area of approximately:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Eastern Ghats cover an area of 75,000 km² (29,000 sq mi)[reference:88].
The Eastern Ghats cover an area of 75,000 km² (29,000 sq mi)[reference:88].
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Question #171
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Arma Konda, the highest peak of the Eastern Ghats, is located in which state?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Arma Konda is located in Andhra Pradesh[reference:89].
Arma Konda is located in Andhra Pradesh[reference:89].
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Question #172
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Which mountain range is the longest above-water mountain range in the world?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Andes is the world's longest above-water mountain range, about 7,000 km long, stretching through seven South American countries[reference:90].
The Andes is the world's longest above-water mountain range, about 7,000 km long, stretching through seven South American countries[reference:90].
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Question #173
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The highest peak in the Andes is:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Aconcagua is the highest peak in the Andes at about 6,962 meters (22,841 feet)[reference:91].
Aconcagua is the highest peak in the Andes at about 6,962 meters (22,841 feet)[reference:91].
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Question #174
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The Andes stretch through which of the following countries?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Andes stretch from north to south through seven countries: Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina[reference:92].
The Andes stretch from north to south through seven countries: Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina[reference:92].
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Question #175
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The Rocky Mountains are located in which continent?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Rocky Mountains are a major mountain range in North America, extending from Canada to the southwestern United States.
The Rocky Mountains are a major mountain range in North America, extending from Canada to the southwestern United States.
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Question #176
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The highest peak in North America is:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Denali (formerly Mount McKinley) in Alaska is the highest peak in North America at 6,190 meters (20,310 feet).
Denali (formerly Mount McKinley) in Alaska is the highest peak in North America at 6,190 meters (20,310 feet).
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Question #177
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The Alps are located in which continent?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Alps are a major mountain range in Europe, extending across several countries including France, Switzerland, Italy, and Austria.
The Alps are a major mountain range in Europe, extending across several countries including France, Switzerland, Italy, and Austria.
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Question #178
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The highest peak in the Alps is:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Mont Blanc at 4,808 meters (15,774 feet) is the highest peak in the Alps[reference:93].
Mont Blanc at 4,808 meters (15,774 feet) is the highest peak in the Alps[reference:93].
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Question #179
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The Great Dividing Range is located in which country?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Great Dividing Range is a major mountain range in Australia, running along the eastern coast.
The Great Dividing Range is a major mountain range in Australia, running along the eastern coast.
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Question #180
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The highest peak in the Great Dividing Range is:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Mount Kosciuszko at 2,228 meters (7,310 feet) is the highest peak in the Great Dividing Range and the highest in Australia.
Mount Kosciuszko at 2,228 meters (7,310 feet) is the highest peak in the Great Dividing Range and the highest in Australia.
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