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Daily-static-mcqs 21 Aug 2024
Q1:
Consider the following statements: 1. It is the youngest range. 2. It is the longest and most important range. 3. It is found only in Himachal Pradesh. How many of the above statements are correct about the Pir Panjal range?
A: Only one
B: Only Two
C: All three
D: None
Answer: A
Explanation:
The Pir Panjal is the largest and westernmost range of the Lesser Himalayas. Near the banks of the Sutlej river, it detaches itself from the main Himalayan range and forms a divide between the Beas and Ravi rivers on one side and the Chenab rivers on the other. Hence, statement 2 is correct, while statements 1 and 3 are incorrect.
Q2:
Consider the following statements: 1. The outermost range of the Himalayas is known as Shivalik. 2. The Shivalik range is made up of unconsolidated sediments. 3. The vertical valleys between the lower Himachal and the Shivalik are called the Doons. How many of the statements given above are incorrect?
A: Only one
B: Only Two
C: All three
D: None
Answer: D
Explanation:
The outermost range of the Himalayas is called the Shivalik. These ranges are made up of unconsolidated sediments brought by rivers from the main Himalayan ranges in the north. These valleys are covered with a thick layer of gravel and alluvium. The vertical valley between the lower Himachal and the Shivalik is known as the Doons. Some famous Doons are Dehradun, Kotli Doon and Patli Doon. Hence, all the three statements are correct.
Q3:
Consider the following statements: 1. The part of the Himalayas situated between Sutlej and Indus is known as Punjab Himalayas. 2. The part of the Himalayas situated between Sutlej and Kali rivers is also known as Kumaon Himalayas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 only
B: 2 only
C: Both 1 and 2
D: Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: C
Explanation:
The Himalayas are also divided on the basis of regions situated from west to east. These classifications are done on the basis of the boundaries of river valleys. For example, the part of the Himalayas situated between Sutlej and Indus is known as Punjab Himalayas. But from west to east it is also known as Kashmir and Himachal Himalayas respectively. The part of the Himalayas situated between Sutlej and Kali rivers is also known as Kumaon Himalayas. Hence, statements 1 and 2 both are correct.
Q4:
Consider the following rivers: 1. Kali 2. Tista 3. Dihang 4. Brahmaputra How many of the above rivers demarcate the Assam Himalayas?
A: Only one
B: Only Two
C: All three
D: None
Answer: B
Explanation:
The Kali and Tista rivers demarcate the Nepal Himalayas and the Tista and Dihang rivers demarcate the Assam Himalayas. The Brahmaputra forms the easternmost boundary of the Himalayas. After the Dihang Gorge, the Himalayas take a sharp turn towards the south and spread along the eastern border of India. These are known as Purvanchal or Eastern Hills and Mountain ranges. These hills pass through the north-eastern states and are composed of strong sandstones, which are sedimentary rocks. Hence, option (b) is correct.
Q5:
With reference to the northern plain of India, consider the following statements: 1. It is formed by the Indus, Ganga and Brahmaputra and their tributaries. 2. This plain is made up of alluvial soil. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 only
B: 2 only
C: Both 1 and 2
D: Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: C
Explanation:
The northern plain is formed by the three major river systems Indus, Ganga and Brahmaputra and their tributaries. This plain is made up of alluvial soil. Over millions of years, alluvium was deposited in a very large basin (trough) situated at the foothills of the Himalayas. This fertile plain was formed. Hence, statements 1 and 2 both are correct.
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