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Which is the oldest mountain range of India?


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The Aravali mountain range is the oldest mountain range in India. Aravalli, is derived from a Sanskrit word from ‘ara’ and ‘vali’, literally means the ‘line of peaks’. It is an eroded stub of ancient mountains.

Widespread of mountain Range

  • The mountain range lies in Northwestern India, covering approximately 692 km (430 mi) in a south-west direction, starting near Delhi, passing through southern Haryana and Rajasthan, and ending in Gujarat.
  • The highest peak is Guru Shikhar at 1,722 metres (5,650 ft).

Major rivers in this range

  • Three major rivers and their tributaries flow from the Aravalli, namely Banas and Sahibi rivers which are tributaries of Yamuna.
  • Luni River which flows into the Rann of Kutch.
  • Some other rivers in this region are Chambal, Banas, Krishnavati, Wagon, Gambhiri rivers.

This range comprises of a wide variety of flora, fauna, forest and wildlife. Tourists are attracted by these species.


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