Western Ghats and river valleys — UPSC Prelims PYQ 2005

Which of the following statements is not correct?

1. The Western Ghats are relatively higher in their northern region.
2. The Anai Mudi is the highest peak in the Western Ghats.
3. Tapi river lies to the south of Satpura.
4. The Narmada and the Tapi river valleys are said to be old rift valleys.

Explanation

Option (a) is correct

• The height of the Western Ghats increases from north to south; hence, they are higher in the southern region, not in the northern region.

Answer: (a) The Western Ghats are relatively higher in their northern region