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Photu La pass, one of the highest motorable mountain passes in the Himalayas, is located in which state or union territory?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Himachal Pradesh
  2. Sikkim
  3. Uttarakhand
  4. Ladakh

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Ladakh

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) Ladakh šŸ“š Explanation: Photu La is a high-altitude mountain pass situated on the critical Srinagar-Leh highway within the Zanskar Range. Located entirely within the Union Territory of Ladakh, it officially stands as the highest point on this specific national highway. The pass provides strategic military access to the Kargil region and experiences severe snow blockades during the winter months.