How many eight-thousanders (peaks above 8,000 meters) are there in the Karakoram Range? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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How many eight-thousanders (peaks above 8,000 meters) are there in the Karakoram Range?

A. 8

B. 2

C. 4

D. 6

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Karakoram contains four of the fourteen eight-thousanders: K2, Gasherbrum I, Broad Peak, and Gasherbrum II[reference:20].

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