Question 7 - MCQ Questions (1 Mark) - Chapter 2 Class 9 Geography - Physical Features of India - Geography

Name the highest peak of the Western Ghats.  

(a) The Aravallis 

(b) Mahendragiri  

(c) Vindhyan Range 

(d) Anai Mudi

Answer:

So, the correct answer is (D ): Anai Mudi

Explanation :

•   Anai Mudi(2695 metres) is the highest peak in western ghats.

Let’s discuss all the other options :

• (a) The Aravallis : The Aravallis are a mountain range in north western India, and not a peak. So , this is incorrect.
• (b) Mahendragiri : is the highest peak( 1501 metres) in eastern ghats. So, this is incorrect.
• (c) Vindhya Range : it is a discontinuous mountain range in the north central India, and not a peak. So, this is  incorrect.
• (d) Anai Mudi : is the highest peak( 2695 metres) in western ghats. So, this is correct.