Which zone of Jammu and Kashmir lies between the Pir Panjal and the Western end of the Great Himalayan ranges?

Upper Indus Valley
Valley of Kashmir
The Karakoram Range
Lesser Himalayas

The correct answer is: A. Upper Indus Valley

The Upper Indus Valley is a geographical region in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is located between the Pir Panjal Range to the south and the Western end of the Great Himalayan Range to the north. The region is drained by the Indus River, which flows from the Karakoram Range in the north to the Arabian Sea in the south. The Upper Indus Valley is a mountainous region with a high altitude. The climate is cold and dry in the winter and hot and humid in the summer. The region is home to a variety of plants and animals, including snow leopards, Himalayan tahr, and markhor. The Upper Indus Valley is a popular tourist destination, known for its natural beauty and its historical and cultural sites.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • The Valley of Kashmir is located between the Pir Panjal Range to the south and the Great Himalayan Range to the north.
  • The Karakoram Range is located in the northern part of Jammu and Kashmir.
  • The Lesser Himalayas is a mountain range located in the eastern part of Jammu and Kashmir.