The outer Himalayas is also known as_______ .

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Shiwaliks.
· The Shiwaliks, also known as the Outer Himalayas, are the southernmost mountain range of the Himalayas.
· They extend from the Indus River in the west to the Brahmaputra River in the east, running parallel to the main Himalayas.
· The Shiwaliks are characterized by their lower elevation compared to the higher ranges of the Himalayas and consist of thick gravel and alluvial deposits.
Information Booster:
· Pir Panjal: This range is part of the Middle Himalayas, located to the north of the Shiwaliks.
· Pamir Knot: A high-altitude region in Central Asia, often referred to as the "Roof of the World," not part of the Himalayas.
· Bomdi-La: A town in Arunachal Pradesh, India, and not a mountain range.