Block mountains are formed due to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Block mountains are formed due to:

A. Faulting

B. River erosion

C. Glaciation

D. Volcanic eruption

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Block mountains form when large crustal blocks are uplifted between faults.

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