Naku La Pass:
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Naku La sector is a pass at a height of more than 5,000 meters above Mean Sea Level(MSL) in the state of Sikkim.
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It is located ahead of Muguthang or Cho Lhamu (source of River Teesta).
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The other passes located in the state of Sikkim are Nathu La Pass and Jelep La Pass.
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While Nathu La pass is located on the east side of Sikkim, Naku La pass is located on the northern border of Sikkim.
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Why in News? Indian and Chinese Soldiers have clashed at the Balwan area in Naku La Pass in Sikkim.