The highest peak in the Tian Shan is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The highest peak in the Tian Shan is:
A. Khan Tengri
B. Ismoil Somoni
C. Jengish Chokusu
D. Kongur Tagh
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Jengish Chokusu (Victory Peak) at 7,439 meters (24,406 feet) is the highest peak in the Tian Shan[reference:103].

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Practice More Mountains and Mountain Ranges Questions

Question #1
The Himalayas were formed by the collision of which two tectonic plates?
A. Pacific Plate and North American Plate
B. Indo-Australian Plate and Eurasian Plate
C. Indo-Australian Plate and Pacific Plate
D. Eurasian Plate and African Plate

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Himalayas were formed by the continental collision along the convergent boundary between the Indo-Australian Plate and the Eurasian Plate[reference:4].

This question belongs to: Geography GK Mountains and Mountain Ranges
Question #2
Which mountain range is known for the 'Aravalli-Delhi Orogen'?
A. Vindhya Range
B. Western Ghats
C. Aravalli Range
D. Satpura Range

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Aravalli Range is associated with the Aravalli-Delhi Orogen, a major geological event that shaped the mountain range[reference:168].

This question belongs to: Geography GK Mountains and Mountain Ranges
Question #3
Which of the following passes is NOT in the Karakoram Range?
A. Karakoram Pass
B. Aghil Pass
C. Khunjerab Pass
D. Bara-lacha Pass

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Bara-lacha Pass is in the Zanskar Range of the Himalayas, not the Karakoram. The Karakoram Pass, Khunjerab Pass, and Aghil Pass are in the Karakoram[reference:143].

This question belongs to: Geography GK Mountains and Mountain Ranges