Mountains and Rivers

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Explore the Majestic Himalayas: Test Your Knowledge!

Discover the fascinating world of the Himalayas with our engaging quiz! Dive deep into the formation of these magnificent mountains, their diverse ecosystems, and the rich wildlife that calls them home.

Whether you are a nature lover, a geography enthusiast, or someone looking to learn more about this iconic mountain range, this quiz is perfect for you! Here are a few things you’ll explore:

The geological history of the Himalayas
Unique flora and fauna
Interesting historical facts

18 Questions4 MinutesCreated by ClimbingEagle302

What is the theory behind the formation of the Himalayas?

Volcanic Activity

Continental Drift

Igneous Intrusion

Metamorphism

The Eurasian Land and India were separated by which sea?

Name the youngest mountain range in the World.

The movement of the tectonic plates persists even today and India continues to push itself northwards. This leads to the Himalayan peaks growing taller every year.

True

False

Name the 5 countries over which the Himalayas stretch

Name one indigenous species of fish found in the rivers of the Himalayas

Who introduced the Brown Trout, a carnivorous species of fish, to the rivers of the Himalayas?

Name any three predators found in the Himalayas.

Which type of bear was 'Baloo' in Rudiyard Kiplings 'The Jungle Book'?

Sun Bear

Asiatic Black Bear

Sloth Bear

Himalayan Brown Bear

Name one avian predator found in the Himalayas

The man-eater of Rudraprayag, a male Leopard, reputed to have killed over 125 people, was eventually killed by whom?

The three parallel ranges of the Himalayas are: Greater himalayas or Himadri, Lesser Himalayas or Himachal and ____________________?

In Tibetan, Mt.Everest is called Chomolungma, meaning Goddess Mother of Mountains. What is Mt.Everest called in Sanskrit and Nepali?

Name two trees found in the Himalayas.

The Himalayan mountain system is the World's highest, but is home to only 6 of 14 of the World's highest peaks, the 8000ers.

True

False

Mountains and Rivers

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