Q. Shingo La connects Himachal with which Indian region?
Ladakh
Description: Shingo-la is a mountain pass in India, on the border between Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh. There is a shallow lake or pool 20m below the pass. The pass is on a long-distance footpath linking Zanskar and Lahaul, used often by locals and trekkers alike.
This pass may be considered as an entry point to Lugnak Valley in Zanskar. The nearest inhabited village on Zanskar side is Kurgiakh and on the Lahaul side is Chikka.
Q. Which historical fort in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, is known for its association with Mahmud of Ghazni’s invasion?
Answer: Kangra Fort.
Q. Who was the leader of Dhami movement 1939?
Bhagmal Sohta
Q. Which festival is celebrated in Lahaul and Spiti during winter, where people engage in masked dances to ward off evil spirits?
Answer: Losar Festival.
Q. Which national park in Himachal Pradesh is known for its population of the endangered Himalayan Musk Deer?
Answer: Pin Valley National Park.