Which of the following lakes is a 'brackish water' lagoon located on the coast of Odisha?
A. Chilika Lake
B. Sambhar Lake
C. Pulicat Lake
D. Vembanad Lake
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Chilika Lake in Odisha is the largest brackish water lagoon in India. It is a shallow, pear-shaped lake that is separated from the Bay of Bengal by a narrow strip of sand. It is a Ramsar site and a major habitat for migratory birds.
Explanation:
The Lena River is a major river of Siberia that flows northwards and empties into the Laptev Sea, part of the Arctic Ocean.[reference:103]
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