Nilgiri Hills' are known as the _______.
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A.
Tea Treasures
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B.
Roof of the World
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C.
King of hills
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D.
Blue Mountains
Correct Answer:
D. Blue Mountains
Explanation:
The Nilgiri Hills, located at the junction of the Western and Eastern Ghats in southern India, are famously known as the Blue Mountains. This name is a literal translation of the Sanskrit words "Nila" (blue) and "Giri" (mountain). The nickname is attributed to the distinct bluish haze that often surrounds the peaks, as well as the periodic blooming of the Neelakurinji flower, which carpets the hillsides in vibrant blue and purple hues every twelve years. While the region is also renowned for its vast tea plantations, the term "Blue Mountains" remains its most recognized traditional and geographical designation. Other titles like "Roof of the World" refer to the Tibetan Plateau, and "King of Hills" is a general descriptor rather than a specific name for this range.
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