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Geologically, it is a relict mountain range, significantly eroded over millions of years, with its highest peak being Guru Shikhar (1,722 m) in Mount Abu.
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Acts as a natural barrier preventing the eastward spread of the Thar Desert and influencing monsoon patterns.
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Crucial for groundwater recharge in Rajasthan and Haryana, feeding numerous rivers and aquifers.
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Source of several rivers, including Banas, Luni, Sabarmati, and Sahibi, which are vital for regional water supply.
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Home to diverse flora and fauna, including several endemic and endangered species, making it a significant biodiversity area.
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Contains significant mineral deposits such as marble, granite, zinc, copper, and lead, making it vulnerable to mining activities.
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Includes important protected areas like Sariska Tiger Reserve, Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary, and Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary.
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Its forests act as a carbon sink, contributing to climate regulation and providing essential ecosystem services.
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The Delhi Ridge, a northern extension of the Aravallis, is considered the "green lungs" of Delhi and is critical for the city's environment.
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Under severe threat from deforestation, illegal mining, urbanization, encroachment, and unsustainable land use practices.
