Question 1 (iv) - NCERT Questions - Chapter 2 Class 9 Geography - Physical Features of India - Geography

Last updated at April 16, 2024 by

The highest peak in the Eastern Ghats is 

(a) Anai Mudi 

(b) Kanchenjunga 

(c) Mahendragiri 

(d) Khasi

Answer:

So, the correct answer is (C ) : Mahendragiri

Explanation :

Mahendragiri is the highest peak in the Eastern Ghats, altitude of about 1501 metres.

Let’s discuss other options :

  • (A)Anai Mudi : It is the highest mountain peak in Western Ghats of about 2695 metres. So, it is incorrect.
  • (B)Kanchenjunga : It is the third highest mountain in the world, located in Nepal. So, it is incorrect.
  • (C )Mahendragiri : It is the highest peak in the Eastern Ghats, altitude of about 1501 metres.  So,it is correct.
  • (D)Khasi :  is a low mountain formation on the Shillong Plateau in Meghalaya state of India. So, it is incorrect.
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