Question

The world's highest motorable road passes through pass ____ in India, as of 2022.

1. Khunjerab
2. Rohtang
3. Dihang
4. Umling La

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 4: Umling La

Detailed Solution

Answer: (4) Umling La

Explanation:

Umling La in Ladakh is the world's highest motorable road, situated at an altitude of 19,024 ft. The road was constructed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) under Project Himank. It is a 52-km road connecting Chishumle and Demchok villages, both located close to the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

The road has significant strategic importance because it improves border connectivity in eastern Ladakh. A related 64-km Likaru-Mig La-Fukche road is also being developed to strengthen access near the LAC. This project is notable as the first road construction project in India executed entirely by an All Woman Road Construction Company, led by a five-member All Woman Border Road Task Force.

About Other Options:

(a) Khunjerab Pass: Khunjerab Pass lies in the Karakoram Range at an altitude of 4,693 m. It connects Gilgit-Baltistan with China and is an important international mountain pass.

(b) Rohtang Pass: Rohtang Pass connects the Kullu Valley with Lahaul-Spiti in Himachal Pradesh. It remains open for only a limited period, generally from May to October, due to heavy snowfall.

(c) Dihang La: Dihang La is located in Arunachal Pradesh at an altitude of around 4,000 m. It connects Arunachal Pradesh with Myanmar (Burma) and has considerable geopolitical importance.

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