In Newsmountain
Nilgiri Hills
Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka, India
Why in news
May 2026
A forest fire here was contained; the Blue Mountains sit at the meeting point of the Western and Eastern Ghats.
Key facts
- A forest fire here was contained; the Blue Mountains sit at the meeting point of the Western and Eastern Ghats.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask its location and the range it belongs to.
Mains
Mains (GS-1): physiography and ecological significance.
Asked in UPSC
2018, 2009, 2008, 2005
Frequently asked questions
Why is Nilgiri Hills in the news?
May 2026: A forest fire here was contained; the Blue Mountains sit at the meeting point of the Western and Eastern Ghats.
Why is Nilgiri Hills important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask its location and the range it belongs to. Mains (GS-1): physiography and ecological significance.
Last updated: 2026-10-09