Which of the following is the largest coastal lagoon in India?
2019
Which of the following is the largest coastal lagoon in India?
Answer: D. Chilika Lake — To determine the largest coastal lagoon in India, we must first understand what a coastal lagoon is. A coastal lagoon is a shallow body of water separated…
- A.
Sambhar Salt Lake
- B.
Pulicat Lake
- C.
Kolleru Lake
- D.
Chilika Lake
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Correct answer: D
To determine the largest coastal lagoon in India, we must first understand what a coastal lagoon is. A coastal lagoon is a shallow body of water separated from the ocean by a barrier such as a sandbar or barrier island, and it is typically brackish (a mix of salt and fresh water). Now, let's evaluate the options: Sambhar Salt Lake: This is an inland salt lake located in Rajasthan. It is not connected to the sea and is not a coastal lagoon.