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The Himalayas are formed of parallel fold ranges, of which the oldest range is

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

Answer options

  1. the Siwalik Range
  2. the Lesser Himalayan Range
  3. the Great Himalayan Range
  4. the Dhaula Dhar Range

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: the Great Himalayan Range

Explanation: The correct answer is C. the Great Himalayan Range. The Himalayas are made up of three main parallel ranges from south to north: 1.Siwalik Range (Outer Himalayas): youngest and made of unconsolidated sediments 2.Lesser Himalayas (Middle Himalayas): moderately old 3.Great Himalayas (Inner Himalayas or Himadri): oldest and most prominent.