The Himalayas are an example of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The Himalayas are an example of:

A. Volcanic Mountains

B. Residual Mountains

C. Fold Mountains

D. Block Mountains

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Himalayas were formed by the collision of the Indian and Eurasian plates and are fold mountains.

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