Lakes in India Geography

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Which of the following is the primary reason for the formation of the Wular lake in Jammu and Kashmir?

  • Tectonic activity (correct)
  • River damming
  • Seasonal water flow
  • Glacial activity

Which of the following lakes is the largest freshwater lake in India?

  • Loktak Lake
  • Dal Lake
  • Wular Lake (correct)
  • Kolleru Lake

Which of the following best describes the Sambhar Lake in Rajasthan?

  • A saltwater lake used for salt production (correct)
  • A lake created by tectonic activity
  • A lake formed by river damming
  • A freshwater lake of glacial origin

Which one of the following rivers flows through a rift valley?

<p>Tungabhadra (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Indian rivers, what is a significant difference between the Himalayan and Peninsular rivers?

<p>Himalayan rivers have steep gradients and V-shaped valleys, while Peninsular rivers have gentle gradients and U-shaped valleys. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the National River Conservation Plan (NRCP)?

<p>To conserve and clean up polluted rivers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key environmental impact of lakes in India?

<p>Promotion of tourism and water sports (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the Brahmaputra in its Tibetan part have less silt despite a longer course?

<p>The Brahmaputra flows through rocky terrain in Tibet that reduces erosion. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which two Peninsular rivers flow through troughs?

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Which of the following lakes is NOT created by human beings?

<p>Wular Lake (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a way in which lakes are formed?

<p>Tectonic plate movements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the world's surface is covered by freshwater that is not trapped as ice?

<p>0.75% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following is an example of a lake formed by river action?

<p>An ox-bow lake (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following Indian cities would likely be less attractive to tourists without its lake?

<p>Srinagar (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information in the passage, which of the following statements is true about lakes in India?

<p>Lakes in semi-arid regions of inland drainage contain water only during the rainy season (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit provided by lakes?

<p>Serving as a breeding ground for mosquitoes and other disease vectors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a natural lake in India?

<p>Wular Lake (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a significant factor contributing to river pollution?

<p>Hydroelectric power generation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary objective of the National River Conservation Plan (NRCP) in India?

<p>Improving water quality through pollution abatement measures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about lakes is NOT true?

<p>Lakes have no impact on the climate of their surroundings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that determines the perennial nature of the Himalayan rivers?

<p>The melting of snow from the lofty mountains (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the primary function of a water divide?

<p>To separate two drainage basins (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key characteristic of the Himalayan rivers that distinguishes them from the Peninsular rivers?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a drainage basin?

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What is the primary difference between the Himalayan and Peninsular rivers in terms of their water sources?

<p>The Himalayan rivers receive water from both rainfall and snowmelt, while the Peninsular rivers receive water primarily from rainfall (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors primarily contributes to the formation of oxbow lakes in India?

<p>Lateral erosion and meandering of rivers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lakes in India is known for its unique double salt composition?

<p>Sambhar Lake (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lakes is considered a Ramsar Site, recognized for its international importance under the Ramsar Convention?

<p>Chilika Lake (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the depletion of the Loktak Lake, a freshwater lake in Manipur?

<p>Siltation due to deforestation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lakes is known for its unique floating reed islands, locally called phumdis?

<p>Loktak Lake (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary environmental concern associated with the Vembanad Lake, a large brackish lagoon in Kerala?

<p>Salinization due to seawater intrusion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lakes is a tectonic lake, formed due to tectonic activity and faulting?

<p>Nainital Lake (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential environmental impact of the eutrophication of lakes in India?

<p>Depletion of dissolved oxygen levels (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary objective of the National Wetland Conservation Programme (NWCP) in India?

<p>Conserving and protecting wetland ecosystems (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential impact of the invasive species in lake ecosystems in India?

<p>Disruption of the native food web and biodiversity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Chilika Lake?

<p>It is a freshwater lake (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of the formation of Sambhar Lake?

<p>Evaporation of seawater (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lakes is known for its migratory bird population?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a major threat to the conservation of Indian lakes?

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What is the primary function of lakes in the ecosystem?

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Study Notes

Formation of Lakes and Rivers

  • The Wular lake in Jammu and Kashmir was formed primarily due to tectonic activity.
  • The largest freshwater lake in India is Wular Lake.

Characteristics of Lakes and Rivers

  • Sambhar Lake in Rajasthan is a saltwater lake.
  • The Narmada River flows through a rift valley.
  • Himalayan rivers have a perennial nature due to their glacial origin, whereas Peninsular rivers are seasonal, relying on rainfall.
  • The Brahmaputra River in its Tibetan part has less silt despite a longer course due to the cold climate.

Peninsular Rivers

  • The Narmada and Tapti rivers flow through troughs.

Lakes Formation

  • The Wular Lake is an example of a lake formed by tectonic activity.
  • The Dal Lake is an example of a lake formed by river action.

Environmental Impact

  • One of the key environmental impacts of lakes in India is eutrophication.
  • A significant difference between the Himalayan and Peninsular rivers is their water sources, with Himalayan rivers having a glacial origin and Peninsular rivers relying on rainfall.
  • The primary environmental concern associated with the Vembanad Lake is eutrophication.

Conservation Plans

  • The primary purpose of the National River Conservation Plan (NRCP) is to improve the water quality of rivers.
  • The primary objective of the National Wetland Conservation Programme (NWCP) is to conserve wetlands.
  • One of the primary objectives of the National River Conservation Plan (NRCP) is to reduce pollution.

Lakes in India

  • The Loktak Lake is a freshwater lake known for its unique floating reed islands, locally called phumdis.
  • The Chilika Lake is known for its migratory bird population.
  • The Dal Lake is a significant tourist attraction.
  • The Vembanad Lake is a large brackish lagoon in Kerala.

Miscellaneous

  • Only 2.5% of the world's surface is covered by freshwater that is not trapped as ice.
  • A water divide is a ridge of land that separates two drainage basins.
  • The primary function of a drainage basin is to collect and channel water to a single outlet.
  • A key characteristic of the Himalayan rivers is their perennial nature.
  • Oxbow lakes are formed primarily due to tectonic activity and changes in river course.
  • The Sambhar Lake is known for its unique double salt composition.

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