MCQs
- Which mountain range is part of the greater Himalayas and stretches into Pakistan?
- A) Karakoram
- B) Hindu Kush
- C) Pamir
- D) Andes
Answer: B) Hindu Kush
- What is the highest peak in the Hindu Kush range located in Pakistan?
- A) Tirich Mir
- B) Nanga Parbat
- C) K2
- D) Mount Everest
Answer: A) Tirich Mir
- Which province of Pakistan does the Hindu Kush mountain range primarily run through?
- A) Punjab
- B) Sindh
- C) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
- D) Balochistan
Answer: C) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
- The Hindu Kush mountain range forms part of the boundary between which two countries?
- A) Pakistan and India
- B) Pakistan and Afghanistan
- C) India and Nepal
- D) Afghanistan and Iran
Answer: B) Pakistan and Afghanistan
- What is the significance of the Hindu Kush mountain range in terms of climate and geography in Pakistan?
- A) It causes heavy rainfall in the plains.
- B) It is a major barrier affecting weather patterns and contributes to the region’s arid conditions.
- C) It is the primary source of Pakistan’s rivers.
- D) It provides a major transportation route for trade.
Answer: B) It is a major barrier affecting weather patterns and contributes to the region’s arid conditions.
Important Information in Tabular Form
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Mountain Range | Hindu Kush |
| Highest Peak in Pakistan | Tirich Mir |
| Province in Pakistan | Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Boundary | Pakistan and Afghanistan |
| Geographical Significance | Major barrier affecting weather patterns and contributing to arid conditions. |