Correct option is C
Ans. (c)
The highest peak of the Northern Aravalli Range in Rajasthan is Raghunathgarh (1055 meters), located in the Sikar district. While the Aravalli Range extends across Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, and Delhi, its northern part has several notable peaks, among which Raghunathgarh is the highest.
The Northern Aravalli differs from the Southern Aravalli in terms of elevation. The highest peak of the entire Aravalli Range is Guru Shikhar (1722 meters) in Mount Abu, but in the northern section, Raghunathgarh holds the highest elevation.
Information Booster
· Raghunathgarh Peak (Sikar District) is the tallest in Northern Aravalli.
· Nahargarh (Jaipur) is known for Nahargarh Fort but is not the highest peak.
· Manoharpura and Bairath have notable elevations but are lower than Raghunathgarh.
· The Aravalli Range is the oldest mountain range in India, dating back to the Proterozoic era.
· The Northern Aravalli region influences climate, vegetation, and water resources in Rajasthan.
Additional Knowledge
1. Bairath – Incorrect
· Located in Alwar District.
· Known for Buddhist sites but not the highest peak.
2. Nahargarh – Incorrect
· Famous for Nahargarh Fort near Jaipur.
· Elevation is much lower than Raghunathgarh.
3. Raghunathgarh – Correct Answer
· Located in Sikar district.
· Tallest peak in Northern Aravalli (1055 meters).
4. Manoharpura – Incorrect
· Located in Jaipur District.
· Has a significant height but is not the tallest.