WBCS.LIVE practice question

The overland road journey from Jammu to Srinagar traverses through which of the following mountain passes?

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

Answer options

  1. Burzil Pass
  2. Banihal Pass
  3. Zojila Pass
  4. Pir-Panjal Pass

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Banihal Pass

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Banihal Pass šŸ“š Explanation: The historic road connecting the plains of Jammu to the Kashmir Valley traverses through the Banihal Pass. This route crosses the formidable Pir Panjal mountain range at high altitudes. The construction of the Jawahar Tunnel significantly stabilized this route against heavy winter snowfall.