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Geography question from Sub Inspector exam, 2022 by JKSSB

Choose the CORRECT option for the given statements.

(i) Bara-lacha Pass is a high mountain pass in the Western Ghats mountain range.
(ii) Bara-lacha Pass connects Lahaul district in Himachal Pradesh to Leh district in Ladakh.

Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Correct Answer: Option B — Statement (i) is False and (ii) is True
Statement (i) is False:
Bara-lacha Pass (also known as Bara-lacha La) is located in the Zanskar Range of the Himalayas. It is not in the Western Ghats, which are located along the western coast of Peninsular India (passing through states like Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, and Kerala).

Statement (ii) is True:
The pass serves as a natural divide between the Chenab and Yunam rivers. It is a crucial high-altitude mountain pass (elevation approximately 4,890 meters) that connects the Lahaul district in Himachal Pradesh to the Leh district in Ladakh. It is a major point on the Leh-Manali Highway.

Key Facts about Bara-lacha La:
Meaning: The name means "pass with crossroads on summit," where paths from Ladakh, Spiti, and Lahaul meet.

River Source: It is the source of the Bhaga River (a tributary of the Chenab River), which originates from the Surya Taal lake located near the pass.

Climate: Due to its high altitude, it remains snow-bound for a significant part of the year, often closing the road during winter.
Answer verified by Quintessence Classes faculty — Karan Nagar, Srinagar.
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