State PCS PYQPrelims 2020

UPPCS · Question 60

Which one of the following is the youngest mountain range of India ?

  1. Himadri Range
  2. Aravalli Range
  3. Western Ghat
  4. Vindhya Range
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Answer: (A) Himadri Range

Explanation

The Himadri (Great Himalaya), formed in the Tertiary orogeny, is India's youngest range. The Aravalli is among the oldest fold mountains in the world.