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Consider the following statements about Himalayas –

1. They extend between the Pamir Plateau and Brahamputra River .

2. They consist of three parallel ranges whose height increase from south to north .

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

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Explanation:

Himalaya is created due to the collision with eurasian plate.This Zone is the Northern most area in the country in the states of Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. It is an extension of Tibetan plateau around the Himalayas. The Main Himalayan Ranges are as follows: Pir Panjal Range.

hence, statement 1 is wrong.

They consist of three parallel ranges whose height increase from south to north . hence statement 2 is correct.