Central Himalayas Flashcards
(19 cards)
What are the features of the Sikkim Himalaya?
The swift flowing Teesta River and its stream terraces
The Teesta River is a prominent geographical feature in the Sikkim region.
When did the British start tea cultivation in Sikkim?
During the colonial era
The British identified favorable conditions for tea cultivation in Sikkim.
What is the internationally famous tea produced in Sikkim?
Darjeeling tea
Darjeeling tea is renowned for its unique flavor and quality.
Which region is known as the Eastern Himalayas?
Low hills extending from the Teesta River to the Brahmaputra
The Eastern Himalayas are characterized by their lower elevation compared to the Western Himalayas.
What is the highest peak in the Eastern Himalayas?
Namcha Barwa (7,782 m)
Namcha Barwa is known for its significant height and prominence in the region.
Name important rivers in the Eastern Himalayas.
- Brahmaputra
- Kameng
- Lohit
- Subansiri
These rivers are crucial for the ecology and hydrology of the region.
What connects Arunachal Pradesh with Lhasa?
The Bomdila pass
The Bomdila pass is a significant route for trade and travel.
What connects Arunachal Pradesh with Myanmar?
Diphu
Diphu is an important pass facilitating connectivity with Myanmar.
What are the Purvachal Hills?
Hills with an average elevation from 500 to 3000 metres above mean sea level
The Purvachal Hills extend from Arunachal Pradesh to Mizoram.
Which hills are known for receiving the highest rainfall in the world?
Cherrapunji and Mawsynram
These locations are famous for their extreme rainfall records.
Fill in the blank: The most important passes in the eastern Himalayas are the _______.
Bomdila Pass
The Bomdila Pass is one of the key passes in the Purvachal region.
What is the Central Himalayas also known as?
Nepal Himalaya
Which rivers mark the boundaries of the Central Himalayas?
River Kali and River Teesta
In which country does the majority of the Central Himalayas lie?
Nepal
Which regions of India are part of the Central Himalayas?
Western Sikkim and Darjeeling
What is the world’s highest peak located in the Central Himalayas?
Mount Everest
Which mountain is located in the Central Himalayas along the India-China border?
Mount Kanchenjunga
What significant pass is found in the Central Himalayas?
Nathula Pass
Fill in the blank: The Central Himalayas is the region between _______ and _______.
River Kali, River Teesta
