Question

    Which of the following is the correct sequence of the

    mountain ranges of the Himalayas when arranged from north to south?
    A Greater Himalayas – Ladakh range – Zanskar range – Pir Panjal Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Ladakh range – Zanskar range – Pir Panjal –Greater Himalayas Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Ladakh range – Greater Himalayas – Zanskar range – Pir Panjal Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Ladakh range – Zanskar range – Greater Himalayas – Pir Panjal Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ladakh range and Zanskar range are part of TransHimalayas. So, they are located to the north of the Great Himalayas. The Pir Panjal Range is considered as part of the Lesser Himalayas of Kashmir region. So, they are located to the  south of the Great Himalayas. The correct order is – Ladakh Range, Zanskar Range, Great Himalayas and Pir Panjal. 

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