Advantages of Himalayas

Q. Select the uses and advantages of Himalayas to India from among the following options.

1. Alluvial soil
2. Water supply
3. Transportation
4. Barring invaders
5. Dams
6. Timber
7. Hydroelectricity
8. Firewood

Q. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> How are the Himalayas able to protect us from harsh climatic conditions?

1. It stops the intense heat from Central Asia.
2. It stops the cold blizzard winds.
3. It allows the nice mediterranean climate to come in.
4. It allows a lot of sunlight and warmth to come in.

Q. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Pick the odd one out.
Hint: It is a hill station in the Himalayas.

1. Ooty
2. Nainital
3. Coorg
4. Munnar

Q. Which of the following feature in the Himalayas is an ideal place to construct dams and generate hydroelectricity?

1. Glaciers
2. Flat plains
3. Mountain passes
4. Steep Slopes