Pulicat Lake is a: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Pulicat Lake is a:
A. Glacial lake
B. Freshwater lake
C. Saltwater lake
D. Brackish lagoon
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
It is the second largest brackish water lagoon in India.

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Practice More Rivers and Lakes Questions

Question #1
The Harike Wetland was created by:
A. Tectonic activity
B. Confluence of rivers
C. Glacial action
D. Meteor impact

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
It is at the meeting point of Sutlej and Beas.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Rivers and Lakes
Question #2
Which of the following is an example of a glacial lake in India?
A. Wular Lake
B. Lonar Lake
C. Chilika Lake
D. Gurudongmar Lake

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Gurudongmar Lake in Sikkim is a glacial lake formed by the melting of glaciers. It is one of the highest lakes in India.[reference:108]

This question belongs to: Geography GK Rivers and Lakes
Question #3
Which lake is famous for being a 'crater lake' formed by a meteorite strike?
A. Pulicat
B. Lonar
C. Sambhar
D. Chilika

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Lonar Lake, located in the Buldhana district of Maharashtra, is a unique saline soda lake created by a meteorite impact within the basaltic rock of the Deccan Plateau.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Rivers and Lakes