WBCS.LIVE practice question

The highest peak of West Bengal belongs to which of the following mountain ranges?

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

Answer options

  1. Darjeeling range
  2. Singalila range
  3. Jayanti Hill
  4. None of the above

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Singalila range

Explanation: The correct answer is B. Singalila range. The highest peak of West Bengal is Sandakphu, standing at an elevation of 3,636 meters (11,929 feet) above sea level. It is located on the Singalila Ridge, which lies in the northwestern part of the Darjeeling district, along the border with Nepal. The Singalila range forms part of the Eastern Himalayas and runs through the Singalila National Park, known for its panoramic views of peaks like Kanchenjunga and Everest.