Q. With reference to “Palghat Gap” consider the following statements:
1.The Neyyar River flows through it.
2.The Palghat Gap is classified as dry evergreen forest.
3.The Gap is a geological shear zone that runs from east to west.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 3 only

[D] 1 and 2 only

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is incorrect. The Bharathappuzha River flows through the Palghat Gap.

Statements 2 and 3 are correct. The Palghat Gap is classified as dry evergreen forest. The Gap is a geological shear zone that runs from east to west.

Source: ForumIAS

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