Name of the highest point in Maharashtra?

Appeared in: DHS Staff Nurse - 2018 (Shift-2nd)

Explanation

Kalsubai is the highest peak in the state of Maharashtra, with an elevation of 1,646 meters (5,400 feet).
It is located in the Ahmednagar district and is part of the Kalsubai Harishchandragad Wildlife Sanctuary.
Due to its significant height within the state, it is popularly known as the 'Everest of Maharashtra'.

Option A: Salher is the second-highest peak in Maharashtra, not the highest. Its elevation is 1,567 meters.
Option C: Dhodap is the third-highest peak in Maharashtra, with an elevation of 1,472 meters. It is also a prominent hill fort in the Nashik district.
Option D: Gawaldev is a peak located in the same mountain range but is significantly lower in elevation compared to Kalsubai, Salher, and Dhodap.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Geography of Maharashtra: Highest Peaks as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
General knowledge, including geography, is a component of the non-nursing section of many nursing recruitment examinations.
The Western Ghats (Sahyadri), where these peaks are located, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the eight 'hottest hot-spots' of biological diversity in the world. This region has significant ecological importance.
What if? If the question asked for the highest peak in South India, the answer would change to Anamudi (2,695 m) in Kerala, highlighting the need to be precise about the geographical area in question.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the key terms in the question: 'highest point' and 'Maharashtra'.
This is a factual recall question requiring knowledge of Indian geography, specifically the state of Maharashtra.
Access your knowledge about the major mountain ranges and peaks in Maharashtra, which are primarily in the Sahyadri range (Western Ghats).
Compare the given options. Recall or deduce that Kalsubai is famously known as the 'Everest of Maharashtra' and is the highest.
Eliminate other options like Salher (second highest) and Dhodap (third highest) to confirm the correct answer.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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