Q. Consider the following statements about the mountain passes of India:
1.The Jalep La is a tri junction among India, Nepal and China.
2.The Dihang Pass is a gorge created by the Brahmaputra river.
3.The Bhor Ghat is located in Maharashtra while Pal Ghat is located in Kerala.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: Statements 2 and 3 are correct

Statement 1 is incorrect: Jalep La is a tri junction among India, Bhutan and China.

Statement 2 is correct: Dihang Pass is a gorge created by the Brahmaputra river.                               

Statement 3 is correct:

  • Thal Ghat and Bhor Ghat – Western Ghats – Maharashtra – Mumbai Nashik and Mumbai Pune roads respectively
  • Pal Ghat and Shencottah Gap – Kerala – Connects Tamil Nadu with Kochi and Kollam
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