Current Affairs - West Bengal Schemes & Governance
Which district in West Bengal is unique for being the only district in the state located entirely in the Himalayan foothills?
Which district in West Bengal is unique for being the only district in the state located entirely in the Himalayan foothills?
hard Q9 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Understand geographical locations
Kalimpong district is located entirely in the Himalayan foothills, unlike Darjeeling which includes higher Himalayan areas.Step 2: Analyze options
Darjeeling has both Himalayan and sub-Himalayan regions, Jalpaiguri and Cooch Behar are in the plains.Step 3: Confirm uniqueness
Kalimpong is the only district fully situated in the Himalayan foothills within West Bengal.Final Answer:
Kalimpong → Option DQuick Check:
District fully in Himalayan foothills = Kalimpong ✅
Quick Trick: Kalimpong is fully in Himalayan foothills, unlike Darjeeling.
Common Mistakes:
- Assuming Darjeeling is entirely in foothills or plains districts.
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