Geography
Mountains, Hills, and Trekking Geography
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Mountains, hills, and trekking geography focus on global mountain ranges, high altitude plateaus, and famous hill stations. This includes identifying prominent peaks like Makalu and understanding natural barriers. Such geographical facts are commonly tested in SSC and state exams.
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Mountains, Hills, and Trekking Geography Questions
Which mountain range is located in the southern part of India?
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Himalayas
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Aravalli Range
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Vindhya Range
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Satpura Range
C
Correct answer
Explanation
The Vindhya Range is a mountain range located in the southern part of India and extends from the state of Gujarat to the state of Chhattisgarh.
Which hill station is known for its tea plantations?
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Darjeeling
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Ooty
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Munnar
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Coonoor
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Darjeeling is a hill station located in the state of West Bengal, India, and is known for its tea plantations and scenic beauty.
Which mountain range is located in the western part of India?
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Himalayas
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Aravalli Range
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Vindhya Range
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Satpura Range
B
Correct answer
Explanation
The Aravalli Range is a mountain range located in the western part of India and extends from the state of Gujarat to the state of Rajasthan.
Which mountain range is located in the eastern part of India?
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Himalayas
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Aravalli Range
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Vindhya Range
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Satpura Range
D
Correct answer
Explanation
The Satpura Range is a mountain range located in the eastern part of India and extends from the state of Gujarat to the state of Maharashtra.
Which hill station is known for its waterfalls?
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Lonavala
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Khandala
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Mahabaleshwar
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Panchgani
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Lonavala is a hill station located in the state of Maharashtra, India, and is known for its waterfalls and scenic beauty.
Which mountain range is located in the central part of India?
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Himalayas
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Aravalli Range
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Vindhya Range
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Satpura Range
D
Correct answer
Explanation
The Satpura Range is a mountain range located in the central part of India and extends from the state of Gujarat to the state of Maharashtra.
Which mountain range is located in the northeastern part of India?
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Himalayas
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Aravalli Range
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Vindhya Range
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Patkai Range
D
Correct answer
Explanation
The Patkai Range is a mountain range located in the northeastern part of India and extends from the state of Arunachal Pradesh to the state of Nagaland.
Which hill station is known for its scenic beauty?
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Nainital
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Ooty
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Munnar
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Coonoor
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Nainital is a hill station located in the state of Uttarakhand, India, and is known for its scenic beauty and lake.
Which of the following is a popular hill station in India?
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Shimla
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Manali
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Darjeeling
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Ooty
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Shimla is a popular hill station in India, known for its beautiful scenery, colonial architecture, and pleasant climate.
Which village in Himachal Pradesh is famous for its apple orchards and stunning views of the Dhauladhar range?
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Kasol
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Manali
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Dharamshala
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Naggar
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Naggar, a picturesque village in Himachal Pradesh, is renowned for its apple orchards, traditional architecture, and breathtaking views of the Dhauladhar mountain range.
Which village in Himachal Pradesh is known for its hot springs and stunning views of the Pir Panjal range?
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Kasol
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Manali
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Dharamshala
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Manikaran
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Manikaran, a village in Himachal Pradesh, is renowned for its hot springs, which are believed to have therapeutic properties, and its stunning views of the Pir Panjal mountain range.
Which of the following is not a research area of the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG)?
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Himalayan geology
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Glaciology
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Paleontology
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Oceanography
D
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Explanation
Oceanography is not a research area of the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG).
Which of the following is not a research project of the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG)?
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Study of the geology of the Himalayas
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Study of the glaciers of the Himalayas
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Study of the climate of the Himalayas
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Study of the biodiversity of the Himalayas
D
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Explanation
Study of the biodiversity of the Himalayas is not a research project of the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG).
Which of the following is the highest peak in the Karakoram Range?
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K2
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Mount Everest
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Kangchenjunga
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Lhotse
A
Correct answer
Explanation
K2 is the highest peak in the Karakoram Range, with an elevation of 8,611 meters (28,251 feet) above sea level.
Which of the following is a major glacier located in the Karakoram Range?
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Siachen Glacier
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Baltoro Glacier
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Khumbu Glacier
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Rongbuk Glacier
A
Correct answer
Explanation
The Siachen Glacier is the largest glacier in the Karakoram Range, with a length of approximately 70 kilometers (43 miles).