Anaimudi, the highest peak in South India, is located at the tri-junction of which three hill ranges?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is: (D) Annamalai Range, Cardamom Hills, Palani Hills

• Anaimudi, standing at 2,695 meters (8,842 feet), is the highest peak in South India and the Western Ghats.

• It is located in Kerala's Idukki district, within the Eravikulam National Park.

• Geographically, it lies at the tri-junction of the Annamalai Range, Cardamom Hills, and Palani Hills, all of which are part of the broader Western Ghats system.

• Anaimudi means "Elephant’s Forehead" in Tamil and is known for its elephant population and rich biodiversity.

• It is a prominent granite dome and the highest point in the peninsular Indian Plateau.

• The region is part of the Western Ghats UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• The hill ranges associated:

  • Annamalai Hills extend into Tamil Nadu and Kerala

  • Cardamom Hills are known for spice cultivation

  • Palani Hills lie in Tamil Nadu, home to the popular Kodaikanal hill station

• Option A lists hills located in central India, not in the south.

• Option B includes hills from the eastern part of India (Jharkhand and Northeast).

• Option C is incorrect as Anaimudi lies entirely within the Western Ghats, and is not directly associated with the Eastern Ghats or Nilgiris.

• Other notable peaks in the Western Ghats include Doddabetta (Nilgiris) and Agasthyamalai.