Lakes & Waterfalls — Set 6

Correct Answer: C. Tamil Nadu

• **Tamil Nadu** = Hogenakkal Falls, often called the 'Niagara of South India', is located in the Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu on the Kaveri River. • **'Niagara of South India'** — This epithet highlights Hogenakkal Falls' significant size and beauty, drawing comparisons to the famous Niagara Falls. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Karnataka]: is a neighboring state but Hogenakkal Falls is not located there; [Kerala]: is a southwestern state, not the location of Hogenakkal Falls; [Andhra Pradesh]: is another southern state, but does not host Hogenakkal Falls.

Correct Answer: B. Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu

• **Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu** = Pulicat Lake, India's second largest brackish water lagoon, is shared by the states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. • **Second largest** — Pulicat Lake holds the distinction of being India's second largest brackish water lagoon after Chilika Lake. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Odisha and Bengal]: share Chilika Lake, not Pulicat Lake; [Tamil Nadu and Kerala]: share parts of the Western Ghats, not Pulicat Lake; [Karnataka and Goa]: share the Mandovi River, but not Pulicat Lake.

Correct Answer: C. Roopkund

• **Roopkund** = Roopkund, a high-altitude glacial lake in Uttarakhand, is famously known as the 'Skeleton Lake' due to hundreds of ancient human skeletons found there. • **9th century** — The ancient human skeletons found at Roopkund Lake are believed to date back to this period, adding to its mysterious allure. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Nainital]: is a popular lake in Uttarakhand but not known as 'Skeleton Lake'; [Bhimtal]: is a larger lake near Nainital, but not associated with skeletons; [Sattal]: is a group of seven freshwater lakes in the Kumaon region, but not the 'Skeleton Lake'.

Correct Answer: C. Ladakh

• **Ladakh** = Pangong Tso, a famous high-altitude lake known for its changing shades of blue, is located in the Ladakh region and is shared between India and China. • **4,225 meters** — This is the impressive altitude at which Pangong Tso is situated in the Himalayas, making it one of the highest lakes in the world. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Sikkim]: is an eastern Himalayan state, not the location of Pangong Tso; [Arunachal Pradesh]: is India's easternmost state, but Pangong Tso is not there; [Himachal Pradesh]: is another northern state with many lakes, but not Pangong Tso.

Correct Answer: C. Kerala

• **Kerala** = Athirappilly Falls, the largest waterfall in Kerala, is located in the Thrissur district on the Chalakudy River. • **'Niagara of India'** — This popular epithet for Athirappilly Falls highlights its majestic size and beauty, drawing many tourists. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Tamil Nadu]: is a neighboring state but does not host Athirappilly Falls; [Karnataka]: is known for Jog Falls, not Athirappilly Falls; [Andhra Pradesh]: is a state in the southeastern part of India, not the location of Athirappilly Falls.

Correct Answer: B. Andhra Pradesh

• **Andhra Pradesh** = Kolleru Lake, one of the largest freshwater lakes in India, is located in Andhra Pradesh between the Krishna and Godavari deltas. • **Ramsar site** — This designation signifies Kolleru Lake's international importance as a wetland, especially for migratory birds. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Telangana]: is a landlocked state carved out of Andhra Pradesh, but Kolleru Lake is not there; [Karnataka]: is a state to the west, not home to Kolleru Lake; [Tamil Nadu]: is to the south, but Kolleru Lake is not located there.

Correct Answer: C. Kaveri

• **Kaveri** = Shivanasamudra Falls is situated on the Kaveri River in the Mandya district of Karnataka. • **First hydroelectric power stations in Asia** — Shivanasamudra Falls is notable for being the site of one of these pioneering power stations, established in 1902. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Krishna]: is a major river in Karnataka and other states, but not the location of Shivanasamudra Falls; [Tungabhadra]: is a prominent river in Karnataka, but Shivanasamudra Falls is not on it; [Netravati]: is a west-flowing river in Karnataka, unrelated to Shivanasamudra Falls.

Correct Answer: C. Rajasthan

• **Rajasthan** = Pushkar Lake, a sacred lake for Hindus, is located in the town of Pushkar in the Ajmer district of Rajasthan. • **Lord Brahma** — Pushkar Lake is uniquely associated with Lord Brahma, making it a highly sacred site for Hindus with a famous temple dedicated to him. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Gujarat]: is a western state but Pushkar Lake is not located there; [Madhya Pradesh]: is a central Indian state, not home to Pushkar Lake; [Uttar Pradesh]: is a northern state known for the Ganges, but Pushkar Lake is not there.

Correct Answer: A. Barehipani Falls

• **Barehipani Falls** = Barehipani Falls, formed by the Budhabalanga River in Simlipal National Park, is known as the 'Niagara Falls of Odisha'. • **399 meters** — This is the approximate height from which Barehipani Falls drops in two tiers, making it one of India's highest waterfalls. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Joranda Falls]: is another waterfall in Simlipal National Park but not the 'Niagara Falls of Odisha'; [Duduma Falls]: is located on the Machhkund River, not Budhabalanga; [Khandadhar Falls]: is another waterfall in Odisha, known for its unique shape, but not the 'Niagara Falls of Odisha'.

Correct Answer: C. Manipur

• **Manipur** = Loktak Lake, the largest freshwater lake in northeastern India, is located in Manipur and is famous for its floating islands called 'Phumdis'. • **World's only floating national park** — Keibul Lamjao National Park holds this unique distinction, being situated entirely on the 'Phumdis' of Loktak Lake. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Assam]: is a large state in Northeast India, but Loktak Lake is not located there; [Meghalaya]: is known for Umiam Lake and its waterfalls, not Loktak Lake; [Mizoram]: is a northeastern state with Tam Dil lake, but not Loktak Lake.