BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 25
Which glacier of Nepal among the following was declared 'dead' in May 2025?
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Answer: (B) Yala Glacier
Explanation
Yala Glacier (Langtang, Nepal) was declared 'dead' in May 2025 after losing most of its mass.
- (A) Incorrect
Wrong: Khumbu (Everest region) is still an active glacier.
- (B) Correct
Correct: Yala Glacier in Langtang was declared dead and a memorial 'funeral' held in May 2025.
- (C) Incorrect
Wrong: Imja is known for its growing glacial lake, not this declaration.
- (D) Incorrect
Wrong: only Yala was declared dead.