Explain himalayas on the basis of longitudinal division
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Explanation:
Longitudinal Division of the Himalayas is an important segment in the IAS Geography syllabus of the UPSC civil services exam.
The Himalayas, the abode to the highest peaks on earth, are incredible mountain system of Asia and a great wall between the Plateau of Tibet to the north and the alluvial plains of the Indian subcontinent to the south. It is divided longitudinally into 5 divisions from west to east.
The Kashmir /Punjab/ Himachal Himalayas
The Kumaun Himalayas
The Central/ Nepal Himalayas
The Assam/ Eastern Himalayas
Explanation:
It is divided longitudinally into 5 divisions from west to east. Kashmir Himalayas lies between Indus River and Sutlej. ... This is also known as Punjab Himalayas. In Jammu and Kashmir region: It is characterized by high snow covered peaks, deep valleys, interlocked spurs and High Mountain passes.