UPSC Geography Interior of the Earth / पृथ्वी का आंतरिक भाग Question Bank Geomorphology

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    The second highest peak of the world located in Himalayas is

    A)  Nandadevi

    B)  Dhoulagiri

    C)  Kamet

    D)  K2

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     Mount Everest is the highest peak of the Himalaya and is the world's highest peak with an elevation of 29,035 feet (8,850 meters). K2 is the second highest peak of the Himalayan mountain range and also the second highest peak on earth with an elevation of 28,251 feet (8,611 meters). Other famous peaks include Kailash, Kanchenjunga, Nanga Parbat, Annapuma, and Manasklu. The Himalayas includes more than 110 peaks rising to elevations of 24,000 feet (7,300 meters) or more above sea level.


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