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Which one among the following is the highest peak?

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Based on the provided geographical data, Nanga Parbat is the highest peak among the given options. It stands at an elevation of 8,126 metres [1]. In comparison, Nanda Devi has an elevation of 7,817 metres [2], and Kamet (also referred to as Kamath) reaches 7,756 metres [2]. Regarding the Kunlun Mountains, the highest peak is identified as Liushi Shan (Kunlun Goddess), which rises to 7,167 metres, although some sources mention Mount Kongur at 7,719 metres as part of the broader system. Regardless of the specific Kunlun peak cited, Nanga Parbat's height of 8,126 metres remains significantly greater than all other options. Nanga Parbat is ranked as the ninth highest mountain in the world and is the western anchor of the Great Himalayan Range [1][t1].

Sources

  1. [1] CONTEMPORARY INDIA-I ,Geography, Class IX . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 2: Physical Features of India > The Himalayan Mountains > p. 8
  2. [2] Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 2: Physiography > 1. The Kashmir Himalaya > p. 15
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