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Which pass connects Kalimpong (West Bengal) with Lhasa (Tibet)?

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

Answer options

  1. Nathu La
  2. Shipki La
  3. Bomdi La
  4. Jelep La

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Jelep La

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: (D) Jelep La šŸ“š Explanation: Jelep La is a high-altitude mountain pass in the Eastern Himalayas that connects the Kalimpong district of West Bengal to Lhasa in Tibet. It was historically a major trade route between India and Tibet. The pass is located near the famous Menmecho Lake. While Nathu La is also nearby in Sikkim, Jelep La is specifically noted for its historical connection to the trade originating from the Kalimpong region.