Glaciers & Wetlands MCQ of Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh, with its diverse geography and fragile ecosystems, is home to some of India’s most important glaciers and high-altitude wetlands. These natural landmarks play a vital role in sustaining biodiversity and river systems, and they frequently feature in Himachal GK sections of HPPSC, HPSSSB, and other state-level government exams.

In this section, you'll practice MCQs covering key glaciers, Ramsar sites, river sources, and ecological zones across the state.

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Glaciers and Wetland GK Practice MCQ Question and Answer

1
Which glacier in Himachal Pradesh is the largest?


2
Which river is fed by the Bara Shigri glacier?


3
Which glacier is known to have formed the Chandertal lake?


4
What is the approximate length of Bara Shigri glacier?


5
Where is the Lady of Keylong glacier located?


6
What is the height of the Lady of Keylong glacier?


7
Which glacier was surveyed by Walker and Pascoe in 1906?


8
Which glacier has a visible cave and lies near Putiruni?


9
Which river is fed by the Chandra Nahan glacier?


10
Which lake lies within the Chandra Nahan glacier?


11
In which district is the Bhadal glacier located?


12
What is the altitude of Mukkila glacier?


13
Which river originates from the Bhaga glacier?


14
Which two glaciers are responsible for feeding the Parbati river?


15
Which glacier lies near Rohtang Pass and feeds the Beas?


16
What is the local term for glacier in Himachal Pradesh?


17
What type of hot spring contains dissolved minerals?


18
Which valley is Manikaran located in?


19
What is unique about the hot springs of Manikaran?


20
Which of the following passes has the highest elevation?


21
Which glacier in Himachal Pradesh is associated with a major havoc in 1936?


22
Which glacier was successfully trekked by Stephenson in 1956?


23
Which glacier is considered the 'Manimahesh of Lahaul'?


24
Which hot spring in Himachal Pradesh is known for radioactivity?


25
Which glacier's bare patch resembles a woman carrying a load?


26
Which glacier has completely separated from Bara Shigri?


27
Which pass connects Kinnaur to Gharwal and lies above 5,250 meters?


28
Which glacier is seen from Rohtang and was surveyed in 1906?


29
Which pair of glaciers are both located in Bhaga valley?


30
Which glacier lies on the south-facing slope of the main Himalayan range and has receded recently?