Which of the following is an example of transverse valley?

The correct answer is Option 1. Key Points A transverse valley is a valley that cuts across the main axis of a mountain range, often formed by river erosion where the river predates the uplift of the mountains. These valleys are also known as water gaps or cross valleys because they run perpendicular to the general alignment of the mountain ranges. The Kullu Valley , located in Himachal Pradesh along the Beas River , is a classic example of a transverse valley . The Beas River cuts across the Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges of the Himalayas, forming this broad and picturesque valley. It serves as an important water gap connecting the outer and inner Himalayan regions. In contrast, the Kangra Valley is a longitudinal valley , lying parallel to the Dhauladhar range. The Assam Valley is a fluvial valley formed by the Brahmaputra River between two hill ranges. The Srinagar Valley (Kashmir Valley) is also a longitudinal valley , lying between the Pir Panjal and Zanskar ranges .