Which one of the following passes is located at the crest of the Western Ghats and connects Mumbai with Pune?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Bhor Ghat Pass

Bhor Ghat Pass

• Location: Lies at the crest of the Western Ghats in Maharashtra.
• Connectivity: Links Mumbai with Pune, vital for transport.
• Infrastructure: Includes the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and a railway route.
• Significance: Facilitates movement between the Deccan Plateau and the Konkan Coast.

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Bhor Ghat Pass

• Notable for steep gradients and scenic views, it is an essential transport corridor in Maharashtra.
• Historically significant as a trade route during the British colonial period.

Other Passes:

• Asirgarh Fort Pass: Located in Madhya Pradesh, connecting central and southern India.
• Amba Ghat Pass: Found in the Sahyadri Hills, linking Kolhapur and Ratnagiri.
• Tamhini Ghat Pass: Connects Pune to the Konkan region via the Mulshi L