In which situation is the name Sahyadri for the Western Ghats most useful?

Correct answer: When an alternative name of Western Ghats is asked

The direct answer is A: Sahyadri is an alternative name for the Western Ghats. A physical feature may have regional or historical names, and recognising equivalent names is important in geography questions. The reasoning is simple: identify Sahyadri; match it with Western Ghats; select the option asking about an alternative name. Option A is correct because the Western Ghats are also widely known as the Sahyadri or Sahyadri Hills, especially in parts of western and peninsular India. Option B is wrong because it asks about the highest peak of the Eastern Ghats, which is a different issue; a name for the Western Ghats cannot answer it. Option C is wrong because the Himalayas are a separate mountain system, and their highest peak question concerns different geographical facts. Option D is wrong because coastal-plain soil is a topic about soil type and deposition, not the alternate name of a mountain range. The important lesson is to separate a feature’s name from facts about its height, soil, or location. Memory cue: Western Ghats = Sahyadri; do not transfer this name to the Eastern Ghats or Himalayas.