Q. With reference to Western Ghats, consider the following statements:
1. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
2. Western Ghats are also known as Anaimalai hills and Cardamom hills in Kerala
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Both the statements are correct. 

here are a few local names given to the Western Ghats: 

  • Sahyadri in Maharashtra 
  • Nilgiri hills in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu 
  • Anaimalai hills and Cardamom hills in Kerala 

Source: Article 

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