WBCS.LIVE practice question

In which of the following states is Ashtamudi Lake situated?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Tamil Nadu
  2. Odisha
  3. Kerala
  4. Andhra Pradesh

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Kerala

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Kerala šŸ“š Explanation: Ashtamudi Lake is a magnificent natural backwater system situated in the Kollam district of Kerala. Its name comes from its unique eight-armed shape, which forms a vital part of the state's famous coastal wetlands. It is a designated Ramsar site of international ecological importance and is renowned worldwide for its traditional houseboat tourism. The lake supports a rich variety of marine life and mangrove vegetation.