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2018

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following pass to be reopened by China for Indian pilgrims to undertake the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra?
A
Gyong La Pass
B
Nathu La Pass
C
Mana Pass (Dungri La Pass)
D
Marsimik La Pass
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The pilgrims of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra have to pass through territory at Lipu Lekh pass in Uttarakhand at the India-China border-17, 000 feet above sea level to enter Tibet .

Detailed explanation-2: -Kailash Mansarovar has two different routes, the Nathu La Pass in Sikkim and Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand.

Detailed explanation-3: -Pilgrims from India can reach Kailash Mansarovar through three routes-via Sikkim, Uttarakhand and Kathmandu in Nepal-all of which are long and arduous.

Detailed explanation-4: -Q: Is a passport required for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra? A: Yes, a valid passport is a must for the pilgrims who want to have Kailash Manasarovar Yatra.

Detailed explanation-5: -The new route through Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand comprises three stretches. The first stretch is from Pithoragarh to Tawaghat, covering 107.6 km, the second is from Tawaghat to Ghatiabgarh, which is a 19.5-km single lane, and the third one is from Ghatiabgarh to Lipulekh Pass at the China border.

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