Q78
Geography (incl. West Bengal)Physiography: Mountains, Plateaus, Plains & Islands
The Western Ghats is an important mountain system of the West Coast of India. The word 'Ghat' means
- a.port
- b.stair
- c.thrust
- d.gap or pass
Answer: (D) gap or pass
In this geographical context, "Ghat" refers to a mountain pass or step-like terrain feature, describing the terraced, step-like profile of the Western Ghats.