Q. Consider the following statements about the Kashmir Himalayas:

1. Important passes in this region are Zojila and Banihal.
2. Fresh water lakes like Dal and Wular are found in this region.

Which of the above is / are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 2
Notes: Some of the important passes of the region are Zoji La on the Great Himalayas, Banihal on the Pir Panjal, Photu La on the Zaskar and Khardung La on the Ladakh range. Some of the important fresh lakes such as Dal and Wular and salt water lakes such as Pangong Tso and Tso Moriri are also in this region. Important glaciers of South Asia such as the Baltoro and Siachen are also found in this region.

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