Which of the following is the youngest mountain range in the world? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is the youngest mountain range in the world?
A. Urals
B. Appalachians
C. Aravalli
D. Himalayas
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Himalayas are one of the youngest mountain ranges in the world, formed about 70 million years ago[reference:184].

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Question #1
The Shivaliks are in:
A. The high Himalayas
B. The outer foothills of the Himalayas
C. The Trans-Himalayas
D. The central Himalayas

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Shivaliks are the outermost Himalayan range.

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Question #2
The highest peak of the Satpura Range is:
A. Arma Konda
B. Kalsubai
C. Guru Shikhar
D. Dhupgarh

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The highest peak of the Satpura Range is Dhupgarh at 1,350 meters (4,430 feet)[reference:56][reference:57].

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Question #3
The Aravalli Range is an eroded stub of ancient mountains. What does this mean?
A. They are newly formed
B. They are volcanic in origin
C. They have been worn down by erosion over time
D. They are still growing

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Aravalli Range is an eroded stub of ancient mountains[reference:144], meaning they have been significantly worn down by erosion over millions of years.

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