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

Which of the statements given above are incorrect?

1 and 3 only

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1, 2 and 3

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1 and 2 only

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2 and 3 only

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Solution

The correct option is C 1 and 2 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: Lesser Himalayas lie in between the Shiwaliks in the South and the Greater Himalayas in the North. The outermost range of the Himalayas is called the Shiwaliks.

Statement 2 is incorrect: Lesser Himalayas have steep, bare southern slopes and more gentle, forest-covered northern slopes.

Statement 3 is correct: Lesser Himalayas are lower in height and discontinuous than Great Himalayas.

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