PDE Q21
0. Which of the following is the biggest fresh water lake' in India?
- Option : D
- Explanation :
The biggest freshwater lake in India is Wular Lake, located in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
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It is spread over an area of about 200 square kilometers (though it varies seasonally).
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Formed due to tectonic activity, Wular Lake is fed by the Jhelum River.
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It plays a vital role in flood control, fisheries, and biodiversity support in the Kashmir Valley.
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Option A: Dal Lake
Also in Jammu and Kashmir, but much smaller than Wular. Famous for houseboats and tourism. -
Option B: Sukhna Lake
An artificial lake in Chandigarh, not natural or large in size. -
Option C: Loktak Lake
Located in Manipur, it is the largest freshwater lake in northeastern India, famous for its floating phumdis, but not the largest in the country. -
Option D: Wular Lake
Correct. It is the largest freshwater lake in India by surface area.
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