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Q · Physical Geography of Indiamedium · 45s
Which is the highest mountain peak in India entirely within Indian territory?
TopicPhysical Geography of India
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Nanda Devi, located in Uttarakhand at 7,816 meters, is the highest peak completely within Indian borders. While Kanchenjunga is technically higher, it lies on the India-Nepal border. K₂, the world's second-highest peak, is located in the Pakistan-administered Kashmir region. Nanda Devi is part of the Garhwal Himalayas and is surrounded by a ring of peaks forming the Nanda Devi Sanctuary, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and biosphere reserve.
Final Answer: Option B - Nanda Devi