HISTORY
ANCIENT CHINA
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The Great Wall of China
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A bridge protected by the military
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The Himalayas
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -1. Himalayas acts as barrier for moisture laden monsoon winds. 2. They also protect Indian Subcontinent from cold winds from Central Asia and Siberia.
Detailed explanation-2: -Himalayan ranges are described as a natural barrier.
Detailed explanation-3: -Himalayas prevent the cold winds of Central Asia from entering India. This prevents India from experiencing very cold winters. 2. The Himalayas also prevent the rain-bearing monsoon winds from leaving the country thus allowing the country to receive sufficient rainfall.
Detailed explanation-4: -The Himalayas, also Himalaya, are a mountain range in Asia, separating the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau.
Detailed explanation-5: -By virtue of its location and stupendous height, the Great Himalaya Range obstructs the passage of cold continental air from the north into India in winter and also forces the southwesterly monsoon (rain-bearing) winds to give up most of their moisture before crossing the range northward.