Which glacier lies in the Karakoram Range system of Kashmir near the India-Pakistan border?

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Question

Which glacier lies in the Karakoram Range system of Kashmir near the India-Pakistan border?

  1. A. Siachen Glacier (Correct answer)
  2. B. Gangotri Glacier
  3. C. Zanskar Glacier
  4. D. Pindari Glacier

Correct Answer

Option A — Siachen Glacier

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Siachen Glacier.

Key Points

  • The Siachen Glacier in the Eastern Karakoram Range (J&K) is near the India-Pakistan-China tri-junction.
  • It is the world's largest non-polar glacier under military contention.
  • India has controlled it since Operation Meghdoot (1984).