Which Indian mountain range is older than the Himalayas? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which Indian mountain range is older than the Himalayas?

A. Karakoram

B. Pir Panjal

C. Himalayas

D. Aravalli

Answer: Option D

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The Aravalli Range is one of the oldest mountain ranges in India.

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Which mountain range is called the 'Roof of the World'?

A. Andes

B. Tibetan Plateau

C. Himalayas

D. Alps

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Tibetan Plateau is often called the Roof of the World.

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Question #2

The Palghat Gap is a pass in the Western Ghats that connects which two states?

A. Tamil Nadu and Karnataka

B. Maharashtra and Karnataka

C. Karnataka and Kerala

D. Kerala and Tamil Nadu

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Palghat Gap is a pass in the Western Ghats that connects Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

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Question #3

The Western Ghats are recognized as one of the world's 'hottest biodiversity hotspots' and also as a:

A. UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

B. UNESCO World Heritage Site

C. National Park

D. Ramsar Site

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Western Ghats are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the eight hottest hotspots of biological diversity in the world[reference:67][reference:68].

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