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The Himalayas are formed of parallel fold ranges of which the oldest range is :

A) the Siwalik Range
B) the Lesser Himalayas
C) the Great Himalayan range
D) the Dhaula Dhar Range

Correct Answer:



C) the Great Himalayan range

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