Consider the following statements :

1. Amarkantak Hills are at the confluence of Vindhya and Sahyadri Ranges.

2. Biligirirangan Hills constitute the easternmost part of Satpura Range.

3. Seshachalam Hills constitute the southernmost part of Western Ghats.

How many of the statements given above are correct? 

The correct answer is option 4.

Key Points 

•  Amarkantak Hills:
  • Situated in Anuppur district of the state of Madhya Pradesh.
  • ​​At an altitude of 1065m at the meeting place of the Vindhya and Satpura mountain ranges amidst sylvan surroundings. 
  • Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
• Biligirirangan Hills: 
  • situated in South Eastern Karnataka. 
  • It is home to ecosystems that are unique to both the mountain ranges.
  • Since it is located at the north-west of the Western Ghats and the westernmost edge of the Eastern Ghats, it supports a diverse flora and fauna in view of the various habitats present. 
  • Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
• Seshachalam Hills: 
  • Hill ranges of the Eastern Ghats, southern Andhra Pradesh state, southeastern India. 
  • Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.