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What is Kayal?

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Answer options

  1. Lowlands
  2. Ganga Delta
  3. Deccan Plateau
  4. Lagoons of Kerala

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Lagoons of Kerala

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D. Lagoons of Kerala šŸ“š Explanation: 'Kayal' is the local term used for the shallow lagoons and backwaters found along the Malabar Coast of Kerala. These are interconnected bodies of water fed by various rivers. The most famous example is the Vembanad Kayal. These backwaters are essential for transportation, fishing, and the state's famous houseboat tourism industry.