Q. With reference to Himalayan Mountains, consider the following statements:
Which of the above given statements are correct?
Q. With reference to Himalayan Mountains, consider the following statements:
Which of the above given statements are correct?
The correct option is C
2 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The altitudinal variations are greater in eastern half due to the sequence of upliftment of the mountains and the eastern part got uplifted later.
Statement 2 is correct: On the basis of longitudinal extent the Himalayas has been divided into three parallel ranges. The northernmost range is known as Hiamdri or Greater Himalayas. It consists of major Himalayan peaks.
Statement 3 is correct: Himalayas have asymmetrical folds due to the further movement of Indian plate towards Eurasian plate with a strong force. Generally the southern slope is steep with the northern slope being gentle hence indicating a hogback topography.
2 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The altitudinal variations are greater in eastern half due to the sequence of upliftment of the mountains and the eastern part got uplifted later.
Statement 2 is correct: On the basis of longitudinal extent the Himalayas has been divided into three parallel ranges. The northernmost range is known as Hiamdri or Greater Himalayas. It consists of major Himalayan peaks.
Statement 3 is correct: Himalayas have asymmetrical folds due to the further movement of Indian plate towards Eurasian plate with a strong force. Generally the southern slope is steep with the northern slope being gentle hence indicating a hogback topography.
