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India's largest salt water lake is situated in:
Question

India's largest salt water lake is situated in:

A.

Thar Desert Region

B.

Krishna Delta

C.

Ganga Delta

D.

Mahanadi Delta

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (D) Mahanadi Delta.

Explanation:
India's largest saltwater lake is Chilika Lake, located in the Mahanadi Delta region of Odisha. It is also the largest coastal lagoon in India and a critical ecosystem for biodiversity.

Information Booster:

  • Chilika Lake: Covers around 1,100 square kilometers, making it the second-largest brackish water lagoon in the world.
  • Biodiversity: A Ramsar Wetland, home to migratory birds like the greater flamingo and irrawaddy dolphins.
  • Economic Importance: Supports fishing communities and boosts ecotourism.
  • Sambhar Lake: Located in Rajasthan’s Thar Desert, it is India’s smallest saltwater lake.

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