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Which of the following statements is not correct regarding the Himalayas?

AHimalayas contain three mountain ranges-Shivalik, Great Himalayas and Kunlun Ranges.

BHimalayas rose up from the Tethys Sea

CHimalayas have nappe and recumbent folds

DNone of the above

Answer:

A. Himalayas contain three mountain ranges-Shivalik, Great Himalayas and Kunlun Ranges.


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