Himalayan Mountains and Physiographic Divisions of India
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Which of the following passes is the highest in Jammu and Kashmir?

  • Burzil pass
  • Pir Panjal
  • Zoji La
  • Karakoram (correct)

    • Which pass connects Kullu to Lahaul and Spiti Valley?

  • Baralacha La Pass
  • Atal Tunnel
  • Rohtang Pass (correct)
  • Lahaul Pass

    • What is the primary orientation of the NW Himalayas?

  • East to West
  • Northwest to Southeast (correct)
  • West to East
  • North to South

    • Which peak is the highest in Peninsular India?

    <p>Anaimudi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pass serves as a crucial link from Kashmir to Gilgit?

    <p>Burzil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average width of the Himalayas as it decreases?

    <p>From West to East</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which peak is located between India and Nepal?

    <p>Kanchenjunga</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which state animal is recognized in the context of the Himalayan region?

    <p>Shanghai Deer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary geological process responsible for the formation of the Himalayas?

    <p>Converging tectonic plates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following peaks is the highest mountain in the world?

    <p>Mount Everest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mountain range includes the highest peak, K2?

    <p>Karakoram Range</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average height of the Great Himalayas (Himadri)?

    <p>6000 m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a part of the Himalayan regional divisions?

    <p>Northern Plateaus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the local name for Mount Everest in Tibet?

    <p>Chomolungma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physiographic division is not associated with the Himalayas?

    <p>Northern Plains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of mountain formation do the Himalayas represent?

    <p>Young fold mountains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which peak is recognized as the highest mountain in Uttarakhand?

    <p>Nanda Devi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average height of the Shiwalik range?

    <p>1000 m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which glacier is known as the longest non-polar glacier in the world?

    <p>Fedchenko Glacier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river flows between the Kali river and Ravi river?

    <p>Jhelum River</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Duns are defined as longitudinal valleys between which two ranges?

    <p>Lesser Himalayas and Shiwaliks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a unique feature of the Bugyal grasslands in the Himachal/Uttarakhand Himalayas?

    <p>It is a summer grazing ground.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tribe is associated with the Darjeeling and Sikkim region of the Himalayas?

    <p>Lepcha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Lakhimpur basin in Mizoram?

    <p>It has soft unconsolidated deposits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Himalayan Mountains

    • The Himalayas are young fold mountains.
    • They formed millions of years ago from the convergence of plates.
    • Examples of Fold Mountains include the Andes Mountains (South America), Alps Mountains (Europe), and Rockies Mountains (North America).
    • The Himalayas' highest peak is Mount Everest.
    • Old fold mountains formed billions of years ago.
    • Examples of these include the Ural Mountains, Appalachians, and Aravalli.
    • The Himalayas are primarily composed of granitic rocks.

    Physiographic Divisions of India

    • India has six physiographic divisions: the Himalayas, Northern Plains, Peninsular Plateau, the Great Indian Desert, Coastal Plains, and Island groups.

    Formation of the Himalayas

    • The Himalayas formed when the Indian plate collided with the Eurasian plate.
    • This collision caused the land to fold and uplift, creating the mountain range.
    • The process also formed the Tibetan Plateau.
    • The Himalayas are a significant part of the world's geography.

    Himalayan Ranges

    • The Himalayas are divided into three main ranges: the Trans-Himalayan, Great Himalayan, and Lesser Himalayan ranges.
    • Each range contains various smaller mountain ranges and valleys.
    • The Trans-Himalayan range includes the Karakoram, Ladakh, and Zanskar ranges.
    • The Great Himalayan range has the highest peaks, such as Mount Everest.
    • The Lesser Himalayan range includes the Shiwalik range.

    Glaciers of Karakoram Range

    • The Karakoram Range has several glaciers, including Siachen, Baltoro, Hispar, and Diafo.
    • The Siachen glacier is the second longest non-polar glacier.
    • The core of these ranges is primarily granitic rock.

    Passes in Jammu & Kashmir

    • Important passes in the Jammu and Kashmir region, such as Banihal, Pir Panjal, Burzil, Zoji La, are crucial for travel and transportation.
    • Zoji La is a high mountain pass.
    • Leh is located at a high altitude.

    Important Peaks in the Himalayas

    • Important peaks in Arunachal include Kangto (7090 m).
    • Important peaks in Nagaland include Saramati peak.
    • Important peaks in Manipur include Mt. Esii (Tenipu).
    • Important peaks in Mizoram include Phawngpui (Blue mountain).
    • Mount Everest is the world's highest peak, standing at 8848 meters.

    Mountain Passes

    • Important mountain passes include Rohtang, Baralacha La, and Lipu Lekh.
    • Rohtang Pass connects Kullu to Lahaul and Spiti Valley.
    • Baralacha La Pass connects Lahaul and Spiti to Leh.
    • Atal Tunnel is located in Rohtang Pass.
    • Lipu Lekh is at a trijunction.

    Other Information

    • The Himalayas have a variety of ecological zones.
    • There are high peaks and valleys.
    • Glaciers and rivers are important features of the Himalayan region.
    • Different types of mountains (block mountains, volcanic mountains) are important to note.
    • The Himalayas are a unique and significant geographical region.
    • The Himalayas have a high diversity of plants and animals, due to varied elevation and climate zones.
    • This diversity helps to support a rich array of life.

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    Explore the formation, characteristics, and significance of the Himalayan Mountains as well as the physiographic divisions of India. Learn about the geological processes that shaped these features and their relation to tectonic activities. This quiz covers essential concepts about mountain ranges and geographic divisions in India.

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