Question

From the given options, which pass connects Jammu with Srinagar?

• A. Banihal pass
• B. Nathu La pass
• C. Niti pass
• D. Rohtang pass

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

To determine which pass connects Jammu with Srinagar, we need to understand the geographical locations and the connectivity provided by the various passes listed in the options. 

• Banihal Pass: This pass is a critical link between the regions of Jammu and Kashmir. It is part of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH 44) and helps facilitate movement between these two areas, making it the correct choice.
• Nathu La Pass: Located at the border between India and China in the Sikkim Himalayas, this pass does not connect Jammu and Srinagar.
• Niti Pass: Found in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, this pass also does not serve as a connection between Jammu and Srinagar.
• Rohtang Pass: Situated in Himachal Pradesh, it connects the Kullu Valley with the Lahaul and Spiti Valleys but is unrelated to the connectivity between Jammu and Srinagar.

Thus, the pass that connects Jammu with Srinagar is the Banihal Pass.

Answer 2

The pass that connects Jammu with Srinagar is the Banihal Pass.

Additional Context:

• Located in the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas at 2,832m altitude
• Key route on NH 44 (former NH 1A) between Jammu and Srinagar
• Jawahar Tunnel (2.85km) built in 1950s facilitates all-weather travel
• Other options connect different regions:
  • Nathu La - Sikkim-China border
  • Niti Pass - Uttarakhand-Tibet
  • Rohtang Pass - Manali-Leh

Correct Answer: (1) Banihal pass