Which mountain range is formed due to faulting rather than folding? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which mountain range is formed due to faulting rather than folding?

A. Aravalli Range

B. Himalayas

C. Alps

D. Andes

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Aravalli Range is considered a block mountain formed by faulting.

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Question #1

The Narmada River originates from the north-eastern end of which range?

A. Vindhya Range

B. Satpura Range

C. Eastern Ghats

D. Aravalli Range

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Narmada River originates from the north-eastern end of the Satpura Range in Amarkantak[reference:59].

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Question #2

Which mountain range is known as the 'Great Escarpment' in Africa?

A. Atlas

B. Drakensberg

C. Ahaggar

D. Ruwenzori

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Drakensberg Mountains form part of the Great Escarpment in southern Africa.

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Question #3

The Atlas Mountains are a range in which part of Africa?

A. East Africa

B. Central Africa

C. Southern Africa

D. Northwest Africa

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Atlas Mountains extend across Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia in Northwest Africa.

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