Rivers and Lakes MCQs

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Rivers and Lakes MCQs

Practice Rivers and Lakes MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering major rivers of India and the world, tributaries, river systems, drainage patterns, freshwater lakes, saltwater lakes, artificial lakes, reservoirs and important geographical facts frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #501
The Harike Wetland is a:
A. Lion sanctuary
B. Elephant reserve
C. Tiger reserve
D. Ramsar site
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is protected for biodiversity.
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Question #502
The Polavaram Project will create:
A. A small lake
B. A large reservoir
C. A canal only
D. A dam without reservoir
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It will be a major water body.
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Question #503
The Volga River is linked by canal to:
A. Danube River
B. Rhine River
C. Dnieper River
D. Don River
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It connects to the Black Sea.
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Question #504
The Penganga River is in:
A. Karnataka
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Maharashtra
D. Kerala
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It is part of the Godavari basin.
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Question #505
The East Kolkata Wetlands help in:
A. Irrigation only
B. Flood control only
C. Desalination
D. Wastewater treatment
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
They use natural processes.
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Question #506
The Srisailam Dam provides:
A. Tourism only
B. Fisheries
C. Power and irrigation
D. Navigation
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It is a key project.
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Question #507
The Danube River is known for:
A. Desert flow
B. High altitude
C. Coral reefs
D. Its scenic beauty and history
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It has cultural significance.
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Question #508
The Betwa River is also called:
A. Sorrow of Bihar
B. Ganga of South
C. Dakshin Ganga
D. Vetravati
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is its ancient Sanskrit name.
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Question #509
The Tsomgo Lake is a:
A. Lagoon
B. Crater lake
C. Glacial lake
D. Tectonic lake
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It is fed by snowmelt.
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Question #510
The Ukai Dam is used for:
A. Fisheries only
B. Irrigation, power and flood control
C. Tourism only
D. Navigation only
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It is multipurpose.
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Question #511
The Ob-Irtysh system is one of the:
A. Longest river systems
B. Smallest basins
C. Driest basins
D. Shortest river systems
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It drains a vast area.
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Question #512
The Manjira River supports:
A. Coral protection
B. Desert irrigation
C. High altitude farming
D. Drinking water supply to Hyderabad
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is a vital water source.
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Question #513
The Harike Wetland is protected as:
A. Ramsar site
B. Lion sanctuary
C. Elephant reserve
D. Tiger reserve
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It conserves biodiversity.
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Question #514
The Polavaram Project is expected to:
A. Only generate power
B. Irrigate large areas
C. Only support fisheries
D. Only control floods
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It has multiple benefits.
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Question #515
The Volga River is connected to the:
A. Pacific Ocean
B. Caspian Sea only
C. Black Sea via canals
D. Arctic Ocean
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It is part of an important waterway system.
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Question #516
The Penganga River is:
A. A tributary of Godavari
B. A tributary of Narmada
C. An independent river
D. A tributary of Krishna
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It contributes to the Godavari basin.
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Question #517
The East Kolkata Wetlands are:
A. A high altitude wetland
B. A polluted area only
C. A model of sustainable development
D. A desert wetland
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
They demonstrate wise use of resources.
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Question #518
The Srisailam Dam is:
A. A small dam
B. One of the largest hydroelectric projects
C. A navigation dam
D. A flood control dam only
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It is on the Krishna River.
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Question #519
The Danube River flows into the:
A. Baltic Sea
B. North Sea
C. Mediterranean Sea
D. Black Sea
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is an important European river.
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Question #520
The Betwa River is important for:
A. Irrigation in Bundelkhand
B. Navigation
C. Power generation only
D. Fisheries only
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It supports agriculture.
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