Question

Distinguish between the Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats.

Answer 1

Basis	Western Ghats	Eastern Ghats
Location	The Western Ghats run parallel to the western coast of India.	The Eastern Ghats run parallel to the eastern coast of India.
Continuity	The Western Ghats form a continuous range with few passes.	The Eastern Ghats are discontinuous and broken by rivers.
Average Height	The Western Ghats are higher, with an average elevation of 900–1600 meters.	The Eastern Ghats are lower, with an average elevation of 600 meters.
Highest Peak	Anaimudi (2,695 m) is the highest peak in the Western Ghats.	Mahendragiri (1,501 m) is the highest peak in the Eastern Ghats.
River Flow	Rivers mostly originate here and flow eastward into the Bay of Bengal.	Rivers cut through these hills to reach the Bay of Bengal.
Rainfall	The Western Ghats receive heavy rainfall due to the southwest monsoon.	The Eastern Ghats receive less rainfall compared to the Western Ghats.