Question

Consider the following statements:

1. The Nilgiri Hills are located north of the Anamala mountain range.

2. Anamudi is situated in the Nilgiris and is the highest peak in India south of the Vindhyas.

3. Meesapulimala lies between Elamala and Palanimala ranges.

Which of the above are correct?

• A. 1 only
• B. 1 and 3 only
• C. 2 and 3 only
• D. All are correct

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 1 only

• Correct Answer: Option A) 1 only

• Statement 1: The Nilgiri Hills are located north of the Anamala mountain range.This statement is correct.

• The Nilgiri Hills are located in the northern part of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, while the Anamala (also known as Anaimalai or Elephant Hills) are located to their south.

• Statement 2: Anamudi is situated in the Nilgiris and is the highest peak in India south of the Vindhyas.

  This statement is incorrect.

• Anamudi (2,695 meters) is the highest peak in India south of the Himalayas, but it is not located in the Nilgiris. Anamudi is situated in the Anaimalai Hills (Anamala) in Idukki district of Kerala, specifically within Eravikulam National Park. It is part of the Western Ghats.

• Statement 3: Meesapulimala lies between Elamala and Palanimala ranges.This statement is incorrect.

• Meesapulimala is the second-highest peak in Kerala after Anamudi and is located in the Kannan Devan Hills near Munnar. It is not situated between Elamala and Palanimala ranges as stated.