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The 'Nanda Devi' peak, the second-highest mountain in India, is located in which Himalayan sub-division?
A. Punjab Himalayas
B. Kumaon Himalayas✓ Correct Answer
C. Nepal Himalayas
D. Assam Himalayas
💡 Solution & Explanation
Nanda Devi is the second-highest mountain peak in India and is located within the Kumaon Himalayan sub-division in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. The regional classification of the Himalayas from west to east relies heavily on river valleys, grouping this peak between the Sutlej and Kali rivers. The surrounding Nanda Devi National Park is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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