Which of the following is an example of a glacial lake in India? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is an example of a glacial lake in India?
A. Chilika Lake
B. Wular Lake
C. Gurudongmar Lake
D. Lonar Lake
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
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]

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B. Dakshin Ganga
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