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This UPSC GS Paper 1 model answer delves into the dual threats of glacier retreat and unpredictable monsoon patterns in the Himalayas. With reference to recent extreme weather events in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, the answer explains how climate variability is transforming river hydrology, intensifying flood risks, and challenging socio-economic resilience in the region. A must-read for aspirants preparing for geography, disaster management, and environmental sustainabi