WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -It acts as a strong defense barrier. The Himalayas save our country from the cold and dry winds of Central Asia. They also prevent the monsoon winds of the Indian Ocean from crossing over to Northern countries and cause heavy rainfall in Northern India. Many rivers have their sources in the Himalayan ranges.

Detailed explanation-2: -The world’s 40 highest mountains are in the ranges that make up India’s northern boundary. Those high peaks include Mount Everest, K2, Nanda Devi and Kunchenjunga. These mountains form a natural barrier that provides only limited routes for travel between lands to the north and the subcontinent.