Which is the highest mountain range in the world? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which is the highest mountain range in the world?

A. Alps

B. Andes

C. Himalayas

D. Rockies

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Himalayas are the highest mountain range in the world and contain Mount Everest, the world's highest peak.

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Question #1

The Eastern Ghats are:

A. A continuous chain of mountains

B. Part of the Himalayas

C. A single mountain range

D. A discontinuous chain of mountains

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Eastern Ghats form a discontinuous chain of mountains along the eastern edge of the Deccan Plateau[reference:113].

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Question #2

The Vindhya Range mainly separates:

A. East India and West India

B. North India and South India

C. Gujarat and Rajasthan

D. Punjab and Haryana

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Vindhya Range has traditionally been considered the dividing line between northern and southern India.

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Question #3

The literal meaning of the Sanskrit word 'Himalaya' is:

A. Abode of snow

B. Peak of clouds

C. House of gods

D. Mountain of snow

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The name 'Himalaya' comes from the Sanskrit words 'hima' (snow) and 'alaya' (abode), meaning 'abode of snow'[reference:1].

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