Consider the following Peak — Mountains pairs : 1. Namcha Barwa — Garhwal Himalaya 2. Nanda Devi — Kumaon Himalaya 3. Nokrek — Sikkim Himalaya Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched ?
2 only
Analyzing Peak and Mountain Pairs in the Himalayas
The question asks us to identify which of the given pairs of Peaks and their associated Mountain ranges are correctly matched. Let's examine each pair based on geographical location.
Detailed Analysis of Peak-Mountain Pairs
- Namcha Barwa — Garhwal Himalaya
Namcha Barwa is a mountain peak located in southeastern Tibet, on the border with India (Arunachal Pradesh). It is situated in the Eastern Himalayas, specifically near the Great Bend of the Yarlung Tsangpo River. The Garhwal Himalaya, on the other hand, is located in the state of Uttarakhand, India, in the Western Himalayas. Therefore, Namcha Barwa is not located in the Garhwal Himalaya.
Conclusion for Pair 1: Incorrectly Matched.
- Nanda Devi — Kumaon Himalaya
Nanda Devi is the second-highest peak in India (located entirely within India) and is located in the state of Uttarakhand. Uttarakhand includes both the Kumaon and Garhwal regions. Nanda Devi peak and the Nanda Devi Sanctuary are prominently located in the Kumaon division of the Uttarakhand Himalayas. Thus, Nanda Devi is correctly associated with the Kumaon Himalaya.
Conclusion for Pair 2: Correctly Matched.
- Nokrek — Sikkim Himalaya
Nokrek Peak is the highest peak of the Garo Hills, located in the state of Meghalaya, India. The Garo Hills are part of the Meghalaya Plateau, which is geographically distinct from the Himalayan range. The Sikkim Himalaya is located in the state of Sikkim, India, far to the north-east of Meghalaya, bordering Nepal, Bhutan, and China. Therefore, Nokrek is not in the Sikkim Himalaya.
Conclusion for Pair 3: Incorrectly Matched.
Summary of Pair Analysis
| Pair Number | Peak | Mountain Range (Given) | Actual Location/Association | Correctly Matched? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Namcha Barwa | Garhwal Himalaya | Eastern Himalayas, Tibet/Arunachal Pradesh border | No |
| 2 | Nanda Devi | Kumaon Himalaya | Kumaon Himalayas, Uttarakhand, India | Yes |
| 3 | Nokrek | Sikkim Himalaya | Garo Hills, Meghalaya, India | No |
Based on our analysis, only the pair "Nanda Devi — Kumaon Himalaya" (Pair 2) is correctly matched.
Identifying the Correct Option
We found that only Pair 2 is correctly matched.
- Option 1: 1 and 2 (Incorrect, as 1 is wrong)
- Option 2: 2 only (Correct, as only 2 is right)
- Option 3: 1 and 3 (Incorrect, as both 1 and 3 are wrong)
- Option 4: 3 only (Incorrect, as 3 is wrong)
Therefore, the option that states "2 only" is the correct answer.
Revision Table: Important Peaks and Ranges
| Peak/Region | Location/Mountain Range |
|---|---|
| Namcha Barwa | Eastern Himalayas (Tibet) |
| Nanda Devi | Kumaon Himalayas (Uttarakhand, India) |
| Nokrek Peak | Garo Hills (Meghalaya, India) |
| Garhwal Himalaya | Uttarakhand, India (Western Himalayas) |
| Kumaon Himalaya | Uttarakhand, India (Western Himalayas) |
| Sikkim Himalaya | Sikkim, India (Eastern Himalayas) |
Additional Information on Indian Geography and Peaks
Understanding the geography of the Indian subcontinent, especially the different sections of the Himalayas and other mountain ranges, is crucial for answering such questions.
- Himalayan Divisions: The Himalayas are often divided regionally, such as the Punjab/Kashmir Himalayas, Kumaon Himalayas, Nepal Himalayas, Sikkim Himalayas, Bhutan Himalayas, and Assam/Eastern Himalayas. These divisions are often based on river valleys or state boundaries.
- Other Ranges: India also has other important mountain ranges like the Aravallis, Vindhyas, Satpuras, Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats, and various hill ranges in the Northeast like the Garo, Khasi, Jaintia, Naga, Mizo, and Patkai hills. It's important not to confuse these with the Himalayas.
- Prominent Peaks: Knowing the location of major peaks is key. For example, Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga are among the highest, but many others like Nanda Devi, Trishul, Kamet (in Uttarakhand), K2 (in Pakistan-administered Kashmir), Annapurna (in Nepal), etc., are significant.
Paying attention to the specific regions within larger mountain systems is important for accurate matching of peaks and ranges.
