Multiple choice

Which is the LEAST likely place to settle in ancient India?

  1. Indus River

  2. Thar Desert

  3. Himalaya Mountains

  4. Western/Eastern Ghats
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Himalaya Mountains feature extreme cold, steep slopes, and a lack of farmable land, making them the most difficult and least likely place for ancient people to establish permanent settlements. While deserts are also harsh, the high-altitude mountain environment of the Himalayas presents even greater barriers to survival.

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