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The Hindustan Tibet Road connecting Shimla with western Tibet passes through which pass?

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

Answer options

  1. Jelep La pass
  2. Shipki La pass
  3. Zoji La pass
  4. Thaga La pass

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Shipki La pass

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Shipki La pass šŸ“š Explanation: Shipki La is a high mountain pass and strategic border post located in the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh. The historic Hindustan-Tibet Road passes through this deep Himalayan gorge to facilitate trade and overland transport. Furthermore, the Sutlej River famously enters India from Tibet directly through this strategic mountain pass.