​Khardung La Pass, one of the highest motorable passes in the world, is located in which of the following States/Union Territories?

Correct option is B

Correct Answer: (B) Ladakh

• Khardung La Pass is situated in the Union Territory of Ladakh, near Leh.

• It is a strategic mountain pass that provides access to the Nubra and Shyok valleys and is vital for military supplies to the Siachen Glacier.

• Khardung La lies at an altitude of around 5,359 meters (17,582 feet).

• It was once considered the highest motorable road in the world, although other passes have since surpassed it in altitude.

• (A) Sikkim: Known for passes like Nathu La and Jelep La, but not Khardung La.

• (C) Himachal Pradesh: Home to Rohtang Pass and Baralacha La, but not Khardung La.

• (D) Jammu and Kashmir: Earlier part of J&K, but after bifurcation in 2019, Khardung La is now part of Ladakh.