Which mountain range is known as the 'Himalayan foothills'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which mountain range is known as the 'Himalayan foothills'?
A. Aravalli
B. Zanskar Range
C. Karakoram
D. Shiwalik Range
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Shiwalik Range is the outermost Himalayan foothill range.

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Question #1 Report Error
Which of the following is NOT a mountain range in India?
A. Satpura
B. Vindhya
C. Atlas
D. Aravalli

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Atlas Mountains are located in North Africa, not in India. The Aravalli, Vindhya, and Satpura are all mountain ranges in India.

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Question #2 Report Error
Which mountain range separates Kashmir Valley from Ladakh?
A. Shiwalik Range
B. Zanskar Range
C. Pir Panjal Range
D. Aravalli Range

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Zanskar Range separates Kashmir Valley from Ladakh.

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Question #3 Report Error
The Andes Mountains are formed by which type of plate tectonic process?
A. Transform faulting
B. Divergence
C. Subduction
D. Rift valley formation

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Andes were formed by the subduction of the Nazca Plate beneath the South American Plate.

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