Lakes of India MCQs Quiz | Class 9
This Class IX Geography quiz focuses on the Drainage unit, specifically covering key lakes of India such as Wular, Chilika, and Sambhar. Test your knowledge on their locations, types, and characteristics. Click ‘Submit Quiz’ to check your score and ‘Download Answer PDF’ to save your results for offline revision.
Overview of Lakes in India
Lakes in India differ in size and other characteristics. Most lakes are permanent, while some contain water only during the rainy season. Some lakes are the result of the action of glaciers and ice sheets, while others have been formed by wind, river action, and human activities.
Key Lakes Covered
- Wular Lake: Located in Jammu and Kashmir, it is the result of tectonic activity. It is the largest freshwater lake in India.
- Chilika Lake: Located in Odisha, it is the largest saltwater lake in India. It is a lagoon formed near the coast.
- Sambhar Lake: Located in Rajasthan, it is a saltwater lake used for producing salt.
- Dal Lake: Famous freshwater lake in Srinagar, known for houseboats and tourism.
- Guru Gobind Sagar: An artificial lake formed by the Bhakra Nangal Project.
Types of Lakes
| Type | Formation Cause | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Freshwater | Glaciers, Tectonic Activity | Wular, Dal, Bhimtal |
| Saltwater | Wind action in arid regions, Coastal Lagoons | Sambhar, Chilika, Pulicat |
| Artificial | Damming of rivers | Guru Gobind Sagar, Rana Pratap Sagar |
Importance of Lakes
Lakes are of great value to human beings. They help regulate the flow of a river, prevent flooding during heavy rains, and maintain flow during dry seasons. They are also used for developing hydel power, moderating the climate, and enhancing natural beauty.
Extra Practice Questions
- Which lake in India is known as the only floating lake in the world? (Answer: Loktak Lake)
- In which state is the Pulicat Lake located? (Answer: Andhra Pradesh/Tamil Nadu border)
- Which lake is formed due to a meteorite impact? (Answer: Lonar Lake)
- Name the longest lake in India. (Answer: Vembanad Lake)
- What type of lake is formed when a meandering river is cut off from the main stream? (Answer: Ox-bow Lake)
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