Q. The Alpine vegetation in the western Himalayas is found only up to a height of 3000 metres, while in the eastern Himalayas it is found up to a height of 4000 metres,. Which of the following is the reason for this variation in the same mountain range?
Answer: eastern Himalayas get more monsoon rainfall than the western Himalayas
Notes: This region receives 4 times more rainfall than western Himalayas. Due to high rainfalls, it is covered with dense forests. Eastern Himalayas receive more precipitation from south-eastern monsoon in the summers.

This question is part of 40000+ General Studies MCQ Series Course on GKToday Android app. Question Number: 58 in 4. Mountains, Glaciers, Mountain Passes, Hill Stations, Plateaus of India in above course in App.