An ox-bow lake is formed due to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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An ox-bow lake is formed due to:

A. Faulting

B. River Meandering

C. Glaciation

D. Volcanism

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Ox-bow lakes form when a river cuts off a meander loop from its main channel.

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