Lakes & Waterfalls — Set 5
Famous Places · झीलें और जलप्रपात · Questions 41–50 of 60
Which is the highest waterfall in India?
Correct Answer: B. Kunchikal Falls
Kunchikal Falls, located in Shimoga district of Karnataka, is the highest waterfall in India with a height of 455 meters. It is formed by the Varahi River. This waterfall is a major part of the Western Ghats landscape.
Wular Lake, one of the largest freshwater lakes in Asia, is located in which Indian state/UT?
Correct Answer: C. Jammu and Kashmir
Wular Lake is located in the Bandipora district of Jammu and Kashmir. It is a natural lake fed by the Jhelum River. The lake is an important habitat for fish and migratory birds.
Which waterfall is known as the 'Niagara of India'?
Correct Answer: C. Chitrakote Falls
Chitrakote Falls on the Indravati River in Chhattisgarh is called the Niagara of India because of its width and horse-shoe shape. It is about 300 meters wide during the monsoon season. It is a spectacular sight in the Bastar district.
Vembanad Lake, the longest lake in India, is located in which state?
Correct Answer: C. Kerala
Vembanad Lake is the largest lake in Kerala and the longest in India. It is famous for hosting the Nehru Trophy Boat Race. The lake is a major center for backwater tourism in the state.
The famous 'Dhuandhar Falls' is formed by which river?
Correct Answer: A. Narmada
Dhuandhar Falls is located on the Narmada River in Bhedaghat, Madhya Pradesh. The name means 'smoke-flow' because of the mist created by the plunging water. It is surrounded by magnificent marble rocks.
Which lake in Manipur is famous for its floating islands called 'Phumdis'?
Correct Answer: A. Loktak Lake
Loktak Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Northeast India. It is home to the Keibul Lamjao National Park, the world's only floating national park. The endangered Sangai deer is found exclusively here.
Jog Falls, one of the highest plunge waterfalls in India, is located on which river?
Correct Answer: B. Sharavati
Jog Falls is created by the Sharavati River in the Shimoga district of Karnataka. It drops from a height of 253 meters in four distinct cascades. It is also known as Gerusoppa Falls.
Lonar Lake, a unique crater lake, is located in which state?
Correct Answer: B. Maharashtra
Lonar Lake in the Buldhana district of Maharashtra was formed by a meteorite impact thousands of years ago. It is one of the few hyper-velocity impact craters in basaltic rock in the world. Its water is both saline and alkaline.
Which waterfall in Goa is known as the 'Sea of Milk'?
Correct Answer: A. Dudhsagar Falls
Dudhsagar Falls is a four-tiered waterfall located on the Mandovi River. Its white, foamy appearance gives it the name 'Sea of Milk'. It is one of India's tallest waterfalls and a popular destination on the Goa-Karnataka border.
Dal Lake, known as the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir', is located in which city?
Correct Answer: C. Srinagar
Dal Lake is situated in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. It is famous for its houseboats and 'Shikara' boat rides. The lake also features floating gardens and markets.