Question

Which among the following is the highest point in Karnataka?
A.Nandhi Hills
B.Mullayanagiri hills
C.Agasthyamalai hills
D.Mahadeshwara hills

Answer 1

Hint : Highest point is referred to the highest peak which is defined as the conical or topmost point of any mountain range.

Complete answer :
Option B, ‘Mullayanagiri Hills’ is located in the Chandra Drona hill ranges of the Western Ghats of Chikmagalur Taluk with a height of 1930 meters, i.e. 6,330 feet making it the highest peak in the state of Karnataka. It is also a good destination for trekking but this area receives a good amount of rainfall because of which it is not advisable to trek during monsoons. This area passes through the Bhadra Forest Reserve and sight-seeing of wild elephants as well as bears making it an adventurous place to visit. Some of the local famous places include Jamia Mosques, St. Joseph’s Cathedral Church, Kali temple, Ishwara temple etc. So, it is the correct answer.

Additional information:-
Option A, ‘Nandi Hills’ is situated in the Chikkaballapur district of the state Karnataka and the nearest city is Bangalore. It is the 11th highest peak in the state with the height of 1,478 meters, i.e. 4,849 feet. It is known for one of the trekking destinations. Thus, it is not the highest point and an incorrect answer.

Option C, ‘Agasthyamalai hills’ is located in the Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu. The peak shares its border with Kerala and Tamil Nadu with a height of 1,993 meters, i.e. 6,539 feet. It is also a well-known destination for trekking but it is not in the state of Karnataka. Thus, it is an incorrect answer.

Option D, ‘Male Mahadeshwara Hills’ is situated in the district of Chamarajanagar in the state of Karnataka. It is named after Lord Shiva, i.e. Mahadeshwara and a famous pilgrimage center. So, it is an incorrect answer.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option B, i.e. Mullayanagiri Hills.

Note :
The Mullayanagiri hills got its name from a sage named ‘Mulappa Swamy’ who meditated at the caves of a small temple just below the peak.This area passes through the Bhadra Forest Reserve and sight-seeing of wild elephants as well as bears making it an adventurous place to visit.