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Statewise GK · Q211

Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 211

Q211

Siachin glacier in the North-East of Ladakh lies in which range?

A.
Ladakh range
B.
Zanskar range
C.
Karakoram range
Answer
D.
Great Himalayan range

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Karakoram Range lies in the North-East of Ladakh, in the Eastern boundry of the Nubra valley. Karakoram is the second highest mountain range in the world. K2 (Godwin Austen) lies in this range. Siachen, Baltoro, Hispar, Rimo and Batuna are important glaciers found in this range.