Which snow-clad peak of Himachal Pradesh is shaped somewhat like Matterhorn in Switzerland?
This questions was previously asked in
HAS GS Previous Year Prelims Paper (2020)
Reo-Purgyil
Incorrect AnswerJorkandern
Incorrect Answer Manirang
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- Reo-Purgyil (Option 2) is the highest peak in Himachal Pradesh. Its sharp, pyramid-like shape closely resembles the iconic Matterhorn in Switzerland.
- Gyephang (Option 1) is an important peak in the Lahaul region, often considered sacred, but it doesn’t strongly resemble the Matterhorn.
- Jorkanden (Option 3) is the highest peak in the Kinnaur Kailash range, majestic but not noted for a Matterhorn-like shape.
- Manirang (Option 4) is a tall and prominent peak, but known for its height, not for a distinctive shape like Matterhorn.
Correct Answer: Option 2 — Reo-Purgyil
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By: Parvesh Mehta