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

Multiple choice

Which is the highest mountain in India?

  1. Mount Everest

  2. K2

  3. Kanchenjunga

  4. Nanga Parbat
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Mount Everest is the highest mountain in India, with a peak elevation of 8,848.86 meters.

Multiple choice

What is the highest mountain in the world?

  1. Mount Everest

  2. K2

  3. Kangchenjunga

  4. Lhotse
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Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world, with a peak elevation of 8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 feet) above sea level.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a major mountain range in the world?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Andes

  3. Alps

  4. Rocky Mountains
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Rocky Mountains is not a major mountain range in the world. It is a major mountain range in North America.

Multiple choice

Venture into the mystical land of Bhutan and discover a hidden valley, shrouded in clouds and surrounded by towering mountains. What is the name of this enchanting place?

  1. Phobjikha Valley

  2. Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary

  3. Jigme Dorji National Park

  4. Royal Manas National Park
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Phobjikha Valley, located in central Bhutan, is a hidden gem known for its stunning natural beauty and cultural significance. It is home to the endangered black-necked cranes, which migrate to the valley during the winter months.

Multiple choice

Which mountain range forms the eastern boundary of the Southern Coastal Plain?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Vindhya Range

  3. Aravalli Range

  4. Eastern Ghats
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The Eastern Ghats form the eastern boundary of the Southern Coastal Plain.

Multiple choice

Which mountain range separates the Indus River Valley from the Ganges River Valley?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Vindhya Range

  3. Aravalli Range

  4. Satpura Range
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The Himalayas are the highest mountain range in the world and they separate the Indus River Valley from the Ganges River Valley.

Multiple choice

Which mountain pass was used by Alexander the Great to invade India?

  1. Khyber Pass

  2. Bolan Pass

  3. Nathula Pass

  4. Zoji La
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The Khyber Pass is a mountain pass located in Pakistan and it was used by Alexander the Great to invade India in 326 BC.

Multiple choice

Which mountain range is known as the 'Roof of the World'?

  1. Himalayas

  2. Karakoram Range

  3. Kunlun Mountains

  4. Pamir Mountains
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The Himalayas are often referred to as the 'Roof of the World' due to their immense height and the presence of several peaks that are over 8,000 meters (26,247 feet) above sea level.

Multiple choice

Which mountain pass connects the Kashmir Valley to the Tibetan Plateau?

  1. Zoji La

  2. Rohtang Pass

  3. Baralacha La

  4. Mana Pass
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Zoji La is a high mountain pass located in the Himalayas and it connects the Kashmir Valley to the Tibetan Plateau.

Multiple choice

Which mountain pass was used by the Chinese pilgrims to reach India?

  1. Khyber Pass

  2. Bolan Pass

  3. Nathula Pass

  4. Karakoram Pass
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The Karakoram Pass is a high mountain pass located in the Karakoram Range and it was used by Chinese pilgrims to reach India during the Tang Dynasty.

Multiple choice

Which mountain pass connects the Kullu Valley to the Spiti Valley?

  1. Rohtang Pass

  2. Baralacha La

  3. Mana Pass

  4. Kunzum Pass
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Rohtang Pass is a high mountain pass located in the Himalayas and it connects the Kullu Valley to the Spiti Valley.

Multiple choice

Which mountain pass connects the Chenab Valley to the Kashmir Valley?

  1. Banihal Pass

  2. Pir Panjal Pass

  3. Zoji La

  4. Rohtang Pass
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Banihal Pass is a high mountain pass located in the Himalayas and it connects the Chenab Valley to the Kashmir Valley.

Multiple choice

Which mountain pass connects the Sutlej Valley to the Spiti Valley?

  1. Kunzum Pass

  2. Baralacha La

  3. Rohtang Pass

  4. Banihal Pass
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Kunzum Pass is a high mountain pass located in the Himalayas and it connects the Sutlej Valley to the Spiti Valley.

Multiple choice

Which mountain pass connects the Beas Valley to the Kullu Valley?

  1. Rohtang Pass

  2. Baralacha La

  3. Kunzum Pass

  4. Banihal Pass
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Rohtang Pass is a high mountain pass located in the Himalayas and it connects the Beas Valley to the Kullu Valley.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a hill station in India?

  1. Shimla

  2. Darjeeling

  3. Ooty

  4. Mahabaleshwar
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Shimla, Darjeeling, Ooty, and Mahabaleshwar are all examples of hill stations in India.