How many glaciers out of 2018 are retreating, as per a recent government response in the RS on 15th December 2015?

a. 235

b. 248

c. 221

d. 239

ANSWER: 248

Explanation:

Close to 248 of 2018 or 12.3% of Himalayan glaciers are retreating. Around 18 are advancing and a majority or around 86% are stable. This result is based on an ISRO-MoEF study conducted between 2004 and 2011 in the Himalayas.