The largest freshwater lake of India is ___________.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Wular.
Located in Jammu & Kashmir, it is the largest freshwater lake in India by surface area, which varies seasonally between 130 and 200 square kilometers. Fed by the Jhelum River, the lake plays a vital role in fishing and irrigation.
Other Options:
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Chilika (Odisha): Largest brackish water lagoon.
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Kolleru (Andhra Pradesh): Freshwater, but smaller than Wular.
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Vembanad (Kerala): Largest lake in India but is saline/brackish.