The Outer Himalayas have an elevation of about: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The Outer Himalayas have an elevation of about:

A. 2,000-3,000 meters

B. 500-900 meters

C. 1,400-2,000 meters

D. 900-1,400 meters

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Outer Himalayas (Siwalik Range) have an elevation of about 900-1,400 meters[reference:130].

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The Aravalli Range runs approximately in which direction?

A. North-east to South-west

B. North to South

C. South-west direction

D. East to West

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Aravalli Range runs approximately 692 km in a south-west direction, starting near Delhi and ending in Gujarat[reference:32].

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Question #2

Which mountain range is known as the 'Himalayan foothills'?

A. Aravalli

B. Shiwalik Range

C. Zanskar Range

D. Karakoram

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Shiwalik Range is the outermost Himalayan foothill range.

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The Satpura Range is an example of which type of mountain?

A. Volcanic mountain

B. Block mountain

C. Residual mountain

D. Fold mountain

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Satpura Range is an example of a block mountain, formed by the uplifting of a block of the Earth's crust between faults.

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