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Which physiographic division of Jammu and Kashmir have longitudinal valleys called Duns?

A. Shivaliks

B. Middle Himalayas

C. Greater Himalayas

D. All of these

Answer: Option A

Solution (By Examveda Team)

The outer zone of foothills (Shivaliks) is comprised of long ridges and longitudinal valleys, called Duns. e.g. Duns of Udhampur Basohli, Ramkot, Sunderbani and Kotli. These duns are a result of erosion of sandstone, clay and silt of the region.

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