Q. What was the Shivalik range called in ancient times?
Answer: Mainak Mountain
Notes: The Shivalik range was known as "Manak Parvat" or "Manak Mountain" in ancient times. "Shivalik" means "tresses of Lord Shiva." It forms the outer or sub-Himalayan belt and consists mainly of sandstone and conglomerates. It is the southernmost and geologically youngest part of the Himalayan mountain system.