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Which Indian geography term is associated with important geographical feature “has a widely accepted elevation of 8,611 metres” and also with “belongs to the Baltoro Karakoram mountain system”?

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AKangchenjunga
BNanda Devi
CK2
DSaltoro Kangri
Correct Answer: K2Your Answer: C

Explanation

K2 is correct because it is has a widely accepted elevation of 8,611 metres. It is also associated with belongs to the Baltoro Karakoram mountain system, which provides a second reliable identifying clue. These features are standard physical-geography facts and are useful for map-based and statement-based competitive-exam questions. Why the other options are incorrect: Option A — Kangchenjunga: It is has an elevation of 8,586 metres; this is the specific geographical association of Kangchenjunga. Option B — Nanda Devi: It is its main western summit is about 7,817 metres high; this is the specific geographical association of Nanda Devi. Option D — Saltoro Kangri: It is has an elevation of about 7,742 metres; this is the specific geographical association of Saltoro Kangri. Exam Takeaway: Connect K2 with “has a widely accepted elevation of 8,611 metres” for quick revision.

Important Notes

  • K2 is a high peak of the Karakoram, also called Mount Godwin-Austen.
  • Location or extent: located in the Karakoram region administered through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
  • Key feature: has a widely accepted elevation of 8,611 metres.
  • Exam association: belongs to the Baltoro Karakoram mountain system.
  • K2 should not be confused with Saltoro Kangri, which is a peak of the Saltoro Mountains, a Karakoram subrange.

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