Question

Q. With reference to Arunachal Himalayas, consider the following statements:

Which of the following statements given above is/are correct?

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

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Both 1 and 2
Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Arunachal Himalayas extend from the east of the Bhutan Himalayas up to the Diphu pass in the east. Their orientation is from the southwest to the northeast direction, unlike the earlier ranges of the Himalayas.

Statement 2 is correct: These ranges are dissected by fast-flowing rivers from the north to the south, forming deep gorges. Bramaputra flows through a deep gorge after crossing Namcha Barwa. Some important rivers crossing these ranges include - Kameng, Subansiri, Dihang, Dibang, Lohit etc.