Q. It is a man-made water body located approximately 30 kilometers from Jaipur in Rajasthan, India. It was once a significant source of water supply for Jaipur city. It hosted the rowing events during the 1982 Asian Games, underlining its prominence in Indian sports history.
Which one of the following lakes is discussed in the above paragraph?
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[A] Sambhar Lake

[B] Rampur Lake

[C] Bundi Lake

[D] Alwar Lake

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: Ramgarh Lake is a man-made water body located near Jamwa Ramgarh, approximately 30 kilometers from Jaipur in Rajasthan, India. It was once a significant source of water supply for Jaipur city. It hosted the rowing events during the 1982 Asian Games, underlining its prominence in Indian sports history. The lake last received water in 1999 and has remained dry since the year 2000.

Source: TH


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