Q.  Consider the following statements: 

1. The snowline in the Western Himalayas is lower than that of the Eastern Himalayas 
2. The altitude of the Western Himalayas is higher than the Eastern Himalayas 

Which among the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: Only 2 is correct
Notes: The correct answer is "Only 2 is correct." 1. Snowline: The snowline in the Western Himalayas is generally higher than in the Eastern Himalayas due to climatic conditions. The Eastern Himalayas receive more precipitation, leading to a lower snowline. 2. Altitude: The Western Himalayas, including peaks like Nanga Parbat and K2, have higher altitudes compared to the Eastern Himalayas, which include peaks like Kanchenjunga. Thus, only the second statement is accurate.

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