GK Tricks 18

1. The theory related to the origin of Himalaya?
Answer : Plate tectonic theory

 2. The rocks in the Himalayan system are mainly?
Answer : Sedimentary rocks

3. How much is the breadth of Himalayas?
 Answer : 250 to 400km

 4. The average height of Himalayas from the mean sea level is about?
Answer : 6000m

5. Northern most Himalayan ranges are called?
 Answer : Central Himalayas or Himadri

 6. Name the two important peaks of central Himalaya?
Answer : Mt.Everest, Kanchenjunga

7. What is the name given to the foot hill zone of Himalaya?
 Answer : Siwalik

8. The Siwaliks stretch between:
Answer : Potwar basin and Tista