Q. Consider the following statements regarding Zojila Pass:
1.It is a high mountain pass located in the Zanskar Range of the Himalayas.
2.It lies on the Manali–Leh Highway (NH-3) and remains open throughout the year without interruption.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation: 1 only
Statement 1 is correct: Zojila Pass connects Srinagar (Kashmir) to Leh (Ladakh) on NH-1.
Statement 2 is incorrect: It is not on the Manali–Leh Highway and is often closed during winters due to heavy snowfall (though a tunnel project aims for all-weather connectivity).
Source: NDTV
