Which of the following passes is known as the gateway connecting Jammu and Srinagar?

Options

A. Lanak-La Pass
B. Chang-La Pass
C. Banihal Pass
D. Aghil Pass

Answer

C

Explanation

Banihal Pass is a mountain pass across the Pir Panjal. Banihal has always been known as the gateway connecting Jammu and Srinagar. Lanak La or Lanak Pass is a mountain pass in Tibet Autonomous Region, China. It is on the southeastern boundary of the Aksai Chin region that is controlled by China. Chang La Pass(elevation 5,360 m or 17,590 ft) is a high mountain pass in Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir, India Aghil pass is the Trans Himalayan pass. It is located on the northern boundary of the Shaksgam Valley, which was annexed by China.