9th September 2019
Topic:- Sports(Adventure).
News: -A first, 3 youths reach Padum in Zanskar from Lahaul by car.
Context:-Three residents of Manali have entered the Zanskar valley of Leh crossing 16,600 feet Shinku La from in Lahaul in a vehicle, bringing cheer to people of the valley.
Why important?
- It is for the first time when any vehicle entered Padum village from Lahaul, which has no road facility for many years.
Geography:-
- The road leads to the Zanskar valley from Darcha through Shinku La, which is under construction.
- The Shinku La connects the Kargil region from Lahaul and the BRO is planning to construct the road to Kargil.
- Shinku la pass connects Zaskar with Lahaul.
(Source: The Tribune)
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QUIZ:-
Question 1:- Shinku la pass connects Lahaul with which range?
- Pir Panjal Range
- Zaskar Range
- Hindu Kush Range
- None
Answer:-
- Q1:-2
