Where is the Karakoram range located?
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option B —
Northern Parts of Jammu & Kashmir.
The Karakoram is a major mountain range spanning the borders of India, Pakistan, and China. While historically and in many textbooks it is referred to as being in the northern parts of the former state of Jammu & Kashmir, specifically within India today, it is located in the Union Territory of Ladakh. It is home to some of the world's highest peaks, including K2
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