SSC Stenographer 2024 PYQ — Question 137

SSC Stenographer - 11/12/2024 (4:30 PM to 6:30 PM) • General Awareness • Q137

‘Kanchenjunga’ and ‘K2’ are names of ___________.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is  option 1  i.e.  mountain peaks.

Kanchenjunga and K2 are prominent mountain peaks located in the Himalayan and Karakoram mountain ranges, respectively. Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world, is situated on the border of Nepal and the Indian state of Sikkim. It stands at an elevation of 8,586 meters. K2, also known as Mount Godwin-Austen, is the second highest mountain in the world, located in the Karakoram range in Pakistan-administered Gilgit-Baltistan. It rises to a height of 8,611 meters. Both peaks are known for their extreme difficulty and challenging climbing conditions, attracting mountaineers from around the world.

Other Options:

Plateaus
 Incorrect – Plateaus are elevated flatlands, not high, pointed landforms like mountain peaks.

Glaciers
 Incorrect – While glaciers may be found on mountains, Kanchenjunga and K2 are not glaciers themselves.

Lakes
Incorrect – These are solid landforms, not water bodies.