Geography of Gilgit-Baltistan MCQs

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: May 19, 2025

1. : What is the capital city of Gilgit-Baltistan?
(A) Skardu
(B) Gilgit
(C) Baltit
(D) Chilas

2. : Which mountain range is the primary mountain range in Gilgit-Baltistan?
(A) Himalayas
(B) Karakoram Range
(C) Hindu Kush Range
(D) Pamir Range

3. : Which peak is the second-highest mountain in the world and is located in Gilgit-Baltistan?
(A) Mount Everest
(B) K2
(C) Kangchenjunga
(D) Lhotse

4. : Which river is the major river flowing through Gilgit-Baltistan?
(A) Jhelum River
(B) Chenab River
(C) Indus River
(D) Swat River

5. : Which valley in Gilgit-Baltistan is known for its stunning scenery and is a popular tourist destination?
(A) Swat Valley
(B) Kaghan Valley
(C) Hunza Valley
(D) Neelum Valley

6. : Which glacier is one of the largest glaciers in the Karakoram Range located in Gilgit-Baltistan?
(A) Siachen Glacier
(B) Biafo Glacier
(C) Baltoro Glacier
(D) Langtang Glacier

7. : What is the predominant language spoken in Gilgit-Baltistan?
(A) Urdu
(B) Pashto
(C) Shina
(D) Punjabi

8. : Which historical fort located in Gilgit-Baltistan is known for its ancient architecture and strategic significance?
(A) Baltit Fort
(B) Red Fort
(C) Lahore Fort
(D) Rohtas Fort

9. : Which lake in Gilgit-Baltistan is known for its turquoise waters and is a popular tourist spot?
(A) Saiful Muluk Lake
(B) Attabad Lake
(C) Sheosar Lake
(D) Keenjhar Lake

10. : Which mountain pass in Gilgit-Baltistan is a key route for trade and tourism between Pakistan and China?
(A) Shandur Pass
(B) Khyber Pass
(C) Khunjerab Pass
(D) Bolan Pass