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Siachen Glacier is situated in the:
- A.East of Aksai Chin
- B.East of Leh
- C.North of Gilgit
- D.North of Nubra Valley
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: D. North of Nubra Valley
The Siachen Glacier is located in the Karakoram Range. It lies to the north of the Nubra Valley, which is a large valley-shaped valley located in the Union Territory of Ladakh. The Nubra Valley serves as a strategic gateway to the Siachen Glacier.
Source: UPSC gs1 2020