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Which Indian geography term is associated with important geographical feature “has an elevation of about 7,742 metres” and also with “should be associated with the Karakoram rather than the main Himalayan arc”?

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AKangto
BReo Purgyil
CSaltoro Kangri
DMount Saramati
Correct Answer: Saltoro KangriYour Answer: C

Explanation

Correct Answer: Option C — Saltoro Kangri. Saltoro Kangri is correct because it is has an elevation of about 7,742 metres. It is also associated with should be associated with the Karakoram rather than the main Himalayan arc, 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 — Kangto: It is is commonly listed at about 7,090 metres; this is the specific geographical association of Kangto. Option B — Reo Purgyil: It is has an elevation of about 6,816 metres; this is the specific geographical association of Reo Purgyil. Option D — Mount Saramati: It is is commonly given an elevation of about 3,826 metres; this is the specific geographical association of Mount Saramati. Exam Takeaway: Connect Saltoro Kangri with “has an elevation of about 7,742 metres” for quick revision.

Important Notes

  • Saltoro Kangri is a peak of the Saltoro Mountains, a Karakoram subrange.
  • Location or extent: located in the Siachen-Saltoro region of the southeastern Karakoram.
  • Key feature: has an elevation of about 7,742 metres.
  • Exam association: should be associated with the Karakoram rather than the main Himalayan arc.
  • Saltoro Kangri should not be confused with Mount Saramati, which is a prominent peak of the Naga Hills.

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