Which is the largest saltwater lake in India?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Correct Answer:
Chilika Lake
Explanation:
'Chilika Lake' is the largest coastal brackish water / saltwater lake in India. Located in the state of Odisha, it is a brackish water lagoon spread across the Puri, Khurda, and Ganjam districts, and it is also the largest wintering ground for migratory birds on the Indian subcontinent.
Key Points:
Chilika Lake was designated as the first Indian wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention in 1981.
While Sambhar Lake in Rajasthan is India's largest inland saltwater lake, Chilika Lake is the largest saltwater/brackish water lake overall in the country.
Important Questions and Answers:
Question: In which Indian state is Chilika Lake located?
Answer: Odisha.
Question: Which Indian state houses Sambhar Lake, the largest inland saltwater lake?
Answer: Rajasthan.