The Western Ghats are also known as:

A The Sahyadris
B Sivalik Range
C Greater Mountain range
D Satpuda Range

Correct Answer: The Sahyadris

The range is known as Sahyadri in Maharashtra and Karnataka. The Western Ghats meets the Eastern Ghats at Nilgiris in northwestern Tamil Nadu. Nilgiris connects Biligiriranga Hills in southeastern Karnataka with the Shevaroys and Tirumala hills.
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