The Great Himalayas are composed of which type of rocks? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Great Himalayas are composed of which type of rocks?
A. All of the above
B. Igneous rocks
C. Sedimentary rocks
D. Metamorphic rocks
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Himalayas are composed of a variety of rocks including sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous, but the Greater Himalayas predominantly consist of crystalline and metamorphic rocks.

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