Lakes & Waterfalls — Set 6
Famous Places · झीलें और जलप्रपात · Questions 51–60 of 60
The 'Hogenakkal Falls' is located in which state on the Kaveri River?
Correct Answer: C. Tamil Nadu
Hogenakkal Falls is located in the Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu. It is often called the 'Niagara of South India'. The water is believed to have medicinal properties due to the herbs in the nearby forest.
Pulicat Lake, a large brackish water lagoon, is shared by which two states?
Correct Answer: B. Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu
Pulicat Lake is the second largest brackish water lagoon in India after Chilika. It lies on the border of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. The barrier island of Sriharikota separates it from the Bay of Bengal.
Which lake in Uttarakhand is famously known as the 'Skeleton Lake'?
Correct Answer: C. Roopkund
Roopkund is a high-altitude glacial lake where hundreds of ancient human skeletons were found at the edge. It is located in the Chamoli district. The skeletons are believed to be from the 9th century.
Pangong Tso, a famous high-altitude lake, is located in which region?
Correct Answer: C. Ladakh
Pangong Tso is a long narrow lake in the Himalayas, situated at an altitude of 4,225 meters. It is shared between India and China. It is known for its saline water and changing shades of blue.
The 'Athirappilly Falls' is the largest waterfall in which state?
Correct Answer: C. Kerala
Athirappilly Falls is located in the Thrissur district of Kerala on the Chalakudy River. It is a major tourist attraction often called the 'Niagara of India' in the south. Many famous Indian movies have been filmed here.
Kolleru Lake, one of the largest freshwater lakes in India, is located in which state?
Correct Answer: B. Andhra Pradesh
Kolleru Lake is located in Andhra Pradesh between the Krishna and Godavari deltas. It is an important habitat for migratory birds and is a Ramsar site. The lake supports a large population of diverse aquatic life.
The 'Shivanasamudra Falls' is located on which river in Karnataka?
Correct Answer: C. Kaveri
Shivanasamudra Falls is situated on the Kaveri River in the Mandya district. It is the site of one of the first hydroelectric power stations in Asia. The falls are divided into two branches: Gaganachukki and Bharachukki.
Pushkar Lake, a sacred lake for Hindus, is located in which state?
Correct Answer: C. Rajasthan
Pushkar Lake is located in the town of Pushkar in the Ajmer district of Rajasthan. It is considered a very holy site and is associated with Lord Brahma. Thousands of pilgrims take a holy dip in its waters during the Pushkar Mela.
Which waterfall located in Odisha is formed by the Budhabalanga River and is also known as the 'Niagara Falls of Odisha'?
Correct Answer: A. Barehipani Falls
Barehipani Falls is located in the Simlipal National Park of Odisha. It is one of the highest waterfalls in India, dropping approximately 399 meters. Formed by the Budhabalanga River, it is often called the 'Niagara Falls of Odisha' due to its impressive width and flow.
Loktak Lake, the largest freshwater lake in northeastern India, is famous for its floating islands called 'Phumdis' and is located in which state?
Correct Answer: C. Manipur
Loktak Lake is located in Manipur and is the largest freshwater lake in northeastern India. It is famous for its circular floating islands called 'Phumdis', which are heterogeneous masses of soil, vegetation, and organic matter. The Keibul Lamjao National Park, the world's only floating national park, is situated on this lake.