Geological history: When did the mountain building (orogeny) of the Himalayas begin? Choose the geological time/period most associated with the start of Himalayan orogeny due to India–Eurasia collision. Choose the correct option.
General Knowledge
Indian Geography
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: Tertiary period (Cenozoic)
Explanation
Reasoning
The Himalayas began forming after India collided with Eurasia, with main phases from the Tertiary (especially Eocene–Miocene). Uplift continued subsequently, but initiation is tied to the Tertiary.Final AnswerTertiary period (Cenozoic).