NDA 2025 · PYQ · Geography / Indian Forests / Vegetation · medium
Temperate forests of South India, known as 'Sholas' are found in which of the following hills? 1. Anaimalai 2. Nilgiris 3. Palani
Answer
The correct answer is D: 1, 2 and 3. Sholas are patches of stunted tropical montane evergreen forests found in the valleys at high altitudes (above 1,500 m) in South India, interspersed with grasslands. They are found in the Anaimalai Hills, the Nilgiri Hills, and the Palani Hills, all of which are part of the…
A.1 only
B.1 and 2 only
C.2 and 3 only
D.1, 2 and 3✓ Correct
Explanation
Sholas are patches of stunted tropical montane evergreen forests found in the valleys at high altitudes (above 1,500 m) in South India, interspersed with grasslands. They are found in the Anaimalai Hills, the Nilgiri Hills, and the Palani Hills, all of which are part of the Western Ghats in South India. These sholas-grasslands ecosystems are unique biodiversity hotspots harboring many endemic species. Therefore, all three options are correct.
💡 Practice unlimited NDA PYQs + AI-tracked progress on each topic. Sign up free →
Want more NDA practice?
Free daily 10-Q quiz · adaptive mocks · 49,000+ practice questions (19,000+ verified PYQs) · AI doubt solver in Hindi + English