**Question:** Given below are two statements: Statement I: Bara Lacha Pass in Himachal Pradesh connects the Manali with Kaza. Statement II: Sonapani is the longest glacier of the PirPanjal range near Rohtang Pass. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
**Options:**
(A) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
(B) Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
(C) Statement I is correct and Statement II is incorrect
(D) Statement I is incorrect and Statement II is correct
**Correct Answer:** D
**Explanation:** Statement I is incorrect – Bara Lacha Pass connects Lahaul with Ladakh, not Manali with Kaza. Statement II is correct – Sonapani is longest glacier of Pir Panjal range.
*Published: September 04, 2025 at 11:29 AM*
*Tags: HPAS 2023, Prelims, General Studies, Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service*