Question

Name the northern most ranges of the Himalayas.

Answer 1

THE GREAT OR INNER HIMALAYAS OR HIMADRI:

• This is the northernmost range and is also known as 'Himadri'.
• This is the most continuous range.
• It contains the loftiest peaks.
• The average height of peaks in this range is 6,000 meters.
• All the prominent Himalayan peaks are in this range.
• The folds of the Great Himalayas are irregular in nature.
• The core of this part is composed of granite.
• Because of the lofty heights, the peaks of this range are perennially covered with snow.
• Famous glaciers like the Siachen Glacier, the Gangotri and Yamunotri, etc.