With reference to Pangong Tso lake, consider the following statements: It is the world’s highest saltwater lake. The lake has been recognized under Ramsar Convention as a wetland of international importance. Tourists are required to obtain an Inner Line Permit to visit the lake. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 3 only

[D] 1 and 2 only

Answer: A

Notes:

Statement 1 is correct: Pangong Lake, situated at a height of almost 4,350m, is the world’s highest saltwater lake.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The lake is still under the process of being identified as a Ramsar site.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Earlier, it was mandatory for the Indian tourists also to apply for an Inner Line Permit (ILP) from the district administration to travel to notified protected areas of Ladakh, which include Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, Tsomoriri Lake and the Aryan villages. Nubra Valley etc. Now, this requirement has been lifted.

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