Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh - Study Mode

[#341] Harmukh mountains are situated where in Jammu and Kashmir?
Correct Answer

(D) Ganderbal

Explanation

Solution: Harmukh Mountain is also known as Mount Harmukh. It is located at an elevation of 5,142 m in Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir. It is a part of the Himalayan range and is located between Nallah Sindh in the South and Neelum river in the North. It is mostly climbed from the North-Western side of Bandipore.

[#342] The Manali-Leh Highway is actually a natural mountain pass known as
Correct Answer

(D) Bara-lacha La Pass

Explanation

Solution: The Manali-Leh Highway is a vital road that connects Manali in Himachal Pradesh to Leh in Ladakh. A key natural mountain pass along this highway is the Bara-lacha La Pass . Bara-lacha La is located at an elevation of around 4,890 meters (16,040 feet) and is known for its scenic yet challenging terrain. It lies on the border of Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh, forming a crucial link for travelers and supplies between the two regions.

[#343] The Indus river drains which valley?
Correct Answer

(C) Leh

[#344] Which river forms the Lolab valley in North-West Kashmir?
Correct Answer

(B) Lahwal river

Explanation

Solution: Lolab Valley is an oval-shaped valley, 24 km long and 3 km wide. The valley lies in the North-West of Kashmir valley in Kupwara. The valley is formed by Lahwal river.

[#345] Which mountain pass in Kashmir valley is also known as Jawahar Tunnel?
Correct Answer

(A) Banihal Pass

Explanation

Solution: Banihal Pass is also known as Jawahar Tunnel and is a Gateway to the Kashmir valley. It is situated at an elevation of 2,832 m and connects Kashmir to the outer Himalaya. It lies on the Pir Panjal range.