The Himalayas are formed of parallel fold ranges of which the oldest range is ........

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The Himalayas are formed of parallel fold ranges, of which the oldest range is :

the siwalik range

the lesser Himalayas

the Great Himalayan Range

the Dhaula Dhar Range

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Explanation:

The Great Himalayan Range .They extend for about 2400 km, making them one of the longest-running fold mountain ranges in the world. Of the 28 tallest peaks in the world (higher than 8000 m), 14 are situated in the Himadri. Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Makalu etc. are a part of these ranges. Some of the important passes of these ranges include Zojila Pass (connects Srinagar with Leh), Shipki La Pass, Burzil Pass, Nathu La Pass etc. Important glaciers of these ranges include - Rongbuk glacier (largest in the Himadri), Gangotri, Zemu etc.