GS PrelimsGeography (World mapping)Mountain Ranges1995

Arakan Yoma is the extension of the Himalayas located in

Baluchistan

Myanmar

Nepal

Kashmir

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

1. The Arakan Yoma is a significant mountain range. 2. It is geographically considered an extension of the Himalayas system to the south. 3. This mountain range is located primarily in western Myanmar (formerly Burma). 4. It forms a natural barrier between the central plains of Myanmar and the Rakhine (Arakan) coast.

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