GK Question

geography hard mcq

Which process forms a 'U-shaped valley'?

  1. River erosion
  2. Glacial erosion
  3. Wind erosion
  4. Coastal erosion

Answer: Glacial erosion

U-shaped valleys are formed by glacial erosion, where glaciers carve wide, steep-sided valleys with flat bottoms. In contrast, river erosion creates V-shaped valleys. U-shaped valleys are common in the Himalayas and Alps.

Topic Physical Geography
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC, State PSC