What is the general orientation of the Himalayan ranges in the northwestern part of India?
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A.
Northeast to Southwest
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B.
South-North
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C.
Northwest to Southeast
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D.
East-South
Correct Answer:
C. Northwest to Southeast
Explanation:
In the northwestern region of India, the Himalayan mountain ranges generally follow a Northwest to Southeast direction. This orientation is a defining characteristic of the western Himalayas, specifically stretching across areas like Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, before the range transitions to a more west-east alignment in the central sections.
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