Which lake in India is the result of tectonic activity?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Wular Lake.
The Wular lake is integral to the hydrological system of the geographical area's natural depression. India's largest freshwater lake, the Wular Lake, was shaped as a result of tectonic activity and is fed by the Jhelum watercourse.
Additional Information-
| Barapani lake | Umiam Lake is popularly known as Barapani (the Big Water) Lake, which was created by damming the Umiam River. The biggest artificial lake is in Meghalaya. |
| Dal lake | Dal is a lake in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is an urban lake, the second largest lake in Jammu and Kashmir, and the most visited place in Srinagar by tourists and locals. |
| Loktak lake | The largest freshwater lake in Northeast India, the pristine Loktak Lake, is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Manipur. Known for its floating circular swamps, which are called phumdis in the local tongue, the lake invites tourists from far and wide for its ethereal beauty. |