Q. Where are Syntaxial Bends in the Himalayan Range found?
Answer: Both Eastern and Western sides
Notes: Syntaxial Bend refers to a sharp southward shift in the alignment of the Himalayan Range where major rivers cut through, thus creating a noticeable "knee" in the mountain chain. Both the Eastern and Western sides of the range witness these bends. The most prominent ones can be traced near Nanga Parbat, where the Indus River intricately works its way and near Namcha Barwa, where the Brahmaputra River finds its passage. These bends significantly influence the regional topography and often result in the formation of lower hill ranges like the Purvanchal in the eastern part of the Himalayas.