The Himalayas — Prelims Questions

Which of the following statements regarding the formation of the Himalayas is/are correct? 1. The Himalayas are an example of young fold mountains formed due to the collision of the Indian and Eurasian plates. 2. The Tethys Sea sediments were uplifted and folded to form the Himalayan ranges. 3. The Indian Plate is still moving northward, causing the Himalayas to continue rising. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following pairs of Himalayan ranges and their associated features: 1. Greater Himalayas (Himadri) : Karewas 2. Lesser Himalayas (Himachal) : Duns 3. Outer Himalayas (Shivaliks) : Pir Panjal Range Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

Which of the following rivers is an example of an antecedent river in the Himalayas? (A) Yamuna (B) Ghaghara (C) Sutlej (D) Kosi

Arrange the following regional divisions of the Himalayas from West to East: 1. Kumaon Himalayas 2. Nepal Himalayas 3. Kashmir Himalayas 4. Assam Himalayas Select the correct sequence using the code given below:

Which of the following passes connects the Kullu Valley with the Lahaul and Spiti Valleys in Himachal Pradesh?