Question

Q. Consider the following statements:

Which of the above given statements is/are incorrect?

• A.
  1 only
• B.
  2 only
• C.
  Both 1 and 2
• D.
  Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is A

1 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: The Himalayas along with other peninsular mountains are young, weak and flexible in their geological structure unlike the rigid and stable Peninsular Block.

Statement 2 is correct: The Himalayan mountains are tectonic in origin dissected by fast flowing rivers that are in their youthful period. This stage is indicated by various land-forms such as gorges, V-shaped valleys, rapids, waterfalls etc.