_______ is a cold desert in India.

Thar
Ladakh
Ran of Kutch
Bhopal

The correct answer is Ladakh.

Ladakh is a cold desert in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is located in the Himalayas, and is bordered by China to the north and Pakistan to the west. Ladakh is a sparsely populated region, with a population of only about 300,000 people. The climate in Ladakh is cold and dry, with an average temperature of 5 degrees Celsius (41 degrees Fahrenheit). The region receives very little rainfall, and the main source of water is snowmelt from the Himalayas.

Ladakh is a popular tourist destination, known for its stunning scenery, Buddhist monasteries, and trekking trails. The region is also home to a number of ethnic groups, including the Ladakhis, Baltis, and Dards.

The other options are incorrect for the following reasons:

  • Option A, Thar, is a hot desert located in the Indian states of Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Haryana.
  • Option B, Ran of Kutch, is a salt marsh located in the Indian state of Gujarat.
  • Option C, Bhopal, is a city located in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.