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Assessing the Progress Made in River and Lake Conservation in India: A Multiple-Choice Test

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of the progress made in river and lake conservation in India. It covers various aspects of conservation efforts, challenges, and outcomes.
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Which Indian state has the largest network of rivers?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Madhya Pradesh

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh is home to the largest network of rivers in India, including the Ganges, Yamuna, and Gomti.

What is the primary cause of water pollution in Indian rivers and lakes?

  1. Industrial waste

  2. Agricultural runoff

  3. Sewage discharge

  4. Deforestation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sewage discharge from urban areas is the primary cause of water pollution in Indian rivers and lakes.

Which river in India has been declared as the 'National River'?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Brahmaputra

  4. Godavari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ganges River has been declared as the 'National River' of India.

What is the name of the government program launched in 2015 to clean up India's rivers?

  1. Namami Gange

  2. Clean Ganga Mission

  3. River Rejuvenation Program

  4. National River Conservation Plan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Namami Gange is the government program launched in 2015 to clean up India's rivers.

Which lake in India is known as the 'Jewel of Rajasthan'?

  1. Pichola Lake

  2. Fateh Sagar Lake

  3. Udaisagar Lake

  4. Mansagar Lake


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pichola Lake in Udaipur, Rajasthan, is known as the 'Jewel of Rajasthan'.

What is the name of the lake in India that is home to the endangered Sangai deer?

  1. Loktak Lake

  2. Wular Lake

  3. Vembanad Lake

  4. Kolleru Lake


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Loktak Lake in Manipur is home to the endangered Sangai deer.

Which Indian state has the largest number of lakes?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Madhya Pradesh

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthan has the largest number of lakes in India.

What is the primary cause of lake degradation in India?

  1. Eutrophication

  2. Pollution

  3. Encroachment

  4. Climate change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Eutrophication, caused by excessive nutrient input, is the primary cause of lake degradation in India.

Which lake in India is known as the 'Lake of Cranes'?

  1. Keoladeo National Park

  2. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

  3. Sultanpur National Park

  4. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Keoladeo National Park in Rajasthan is known as the 'Lake of Cranes'.

What is the name of the lake in India that is considered sacred by Hindus?

  1. Mansarovar Lake

  2. Pushkar Lake

  3. Wular Lake

  4. Dal Lake


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Pushkar Lake in Rajasthan is considered sacred by Hindus.

Which lake in India is known as the 'Venice of the East'?

  1. Dal Lake

  2. Wular Lake

  3. Vembanad Lake

  4. Kolleru Lake


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dal Lake in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, is known as the 'Venice of the East'.

What is the name of the lake in India that is home to the endangered Kashmir stag?

  1. Wular Lake

  2. Dal Lake

  3. Mansarovar Lake

  4. Tsomgo Lake


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Wular Lake in Jammu and Kashmir is home to the endangered Kashmir stag.

Which lake in India is known as the 'Floating Lake'?

  1. Loktak Lake

  2. Wular Lake

  3. Vembanad Lake

  4. Kolleru Lake


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Loktak Lake in Manipur is known as the 'Floating Lake' due to its unique floating islands.

What is the name of the lake in India that is considered sacred by Sikhs?

  1. Golden Temple

  2. Harmandir Sahib

  3. Amritsar Lake

  4. Sarovar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Amritsar Lake in Punjab is considered sacred by Sikhs.

Which lake in India is known as the 'Lake of Flowers'?

  1. Nainital Lake

  2. Bhimtal Lake

  3. Naukuchiatal Lake

  4. Sattal Lake


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nainital Lake in Uttarakhand is known as the 'Lake of Flowers'.

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