Which of the following statements with regard to mountain ranges in Russia is/are correct? 1. The Ural Mountains form a boundary between Europe and Asia, with Mount Narodnaya as their highest peak. 2. Mount Elbrus is situated in the Caucasus Mountains and represents the highest peak in Russia and Europe.Select the answer using the code given below: |ForumIAS

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The Ural Mountains extend north-south across Russia to the Arctic Ocean; Mount Narodnaya () is its highest summit.
Statement 2 is correct: Mount Elbrus () is a dormant volcano in the Western Caucasus in Russia, serving as the highest point in both Russia and the European continent.