Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Bungus Valley is a high-altitude meadow located in the Himachal Pradesh.
2.Bungus Valley is located near the Line of Control (LoC) with Pakistan.
3.Bungus Valley is known for its lush green alpine meadows.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanations –

Statement 1 is incorrect. Bungus Valley is located in the Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir. It lies within the Trans-Himalayan region at an altitude of approximately 10,000 feet above sea level.

Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Bungus Valley is situated near the Line of Control (LoC) in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district. The valley is renowned for its lush green meadows, surrounded by dense forests and snow-capped mountains, making it a pristine and picturesque destination.

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