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Geography GK · Q20

Natural Resources And Industries In Indian Geography

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 20

Q20

A prominent break in the continuity of the Sahyadris is

A.
Doda Betta
B.
Anamudi Peak
C.
Anaimalai Hills
D.
Palghat Gap
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
A prominent break in the continuity of the Sahyadris is Palghat Gap. Palghat Gap, major break in the Western Ghats mountain range, in southwestern India. Located between the Nilgiri Hills to the north and the Anaimalai Hills to the south, it is about 20 miles (32 km) wide and straddles the Kerala–Tamil Nadu border, serving as a major communication route between those two states.